.- Second, since this is a "catch up" thread, I will be breaking down into mini posts to keep it short(er).Ok let's get started:-----------+ Market Overview: Age of neighborhood: ~25 yearsAverage house size: 2500-2900 sqft, 2 stories, 4bed/2.5bath - 4/3, tile roof, stucco siding, most houses are still original, but cleanComps for the last 3-6 months: original/no remodel: average $310/sqftCurrent listings for sale (original as well): $372/sqft+ Project Overview:Existing house got torn down completely, all foundation and EVERYTHING goes 100%.  

I really side eye those anyway, lol.And it wouldn't stop me from renting the right place and certainly wouldn't affect my paying the full rent on time.But, to answer your question, I drive a 2010 convertible MINI Cooper.

I have joined a networking group for real estate investors in the bay area, but i am considering starting one for green real estate specifically, potentially even for younger mini-real estate tycoons (or budding real estate tycoons!) 

Hello I am hoping to gain some knowledge and or insight in using shipping containers for mini storage.

Tankless hot water and external mini-split HVAC to preserve all the basement space possible.

Are you this obstinate in your mini Cal Expo out there in El Dorado Hills?

Zero money,   lived at home in Cupertino CA.. got my REal Estate license and moved out when I got a few commission checks and never looked back.. that was 42 years ago.  3 recessions.. one mini recession and a Global financial meltdown.

I renovate to create a bullet proof, durable dwelling and always include a few basic frills (tiled tub surround...refinished hardwood floors...mini blinds on the first floor)I always remove obsolete items like gravity furnaces (love used 80% efficient units and used gas water heaters...I'd drive a hundred miles to pickup a truckload at the right price) and definitely remove cast iron tubs with those silly ring shower curtains for new tubs with a shower head. 

My piece of advice for all the entrepreneurs out there is; once you get your business going, start focusing on developing a "mini-me". 

I imagine your double in value in a few dozen months is like a mini Warren Buffet you could say and or represents multiple thousands per month just meeting your personal housing needs.Good luck!