Happy to chat if you have additional questions. 

Additionally, related-party rules could disqualify the exchange unless ownership is structured correctly.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

Spokane has recently changed zoning and development policies to be much more friendly to making additions so you won't be fighting too much red tape.

For example, I see newer investors attempting wholesaling or bird-dogging for other investors to generate additional income to invest.

A couple that come to mind in addition to the ones @Drew Sygit mentioned:Dirty House Buyers (Ann Arbor/Ypsi area - look for their FB group - 1st Tuesday of the month)Ann Arbor (AAREIC) has a meeting every other Thursday morning at Union RecThanks,Marcia

That being said an additional $500,000 would not stray me from this path. 

High-end properties might require a white-glove approach with customized services, while more modest properties may prioritize affordability and efficient communication.

Additionally, what do you look for in a property to increase the value i.e. what are typical items to target?

I wonder if an inspector's license might be another good addition to our repository.