Recent discussions in Bloomberg and the Yale Law Journal shed light on the challenges posed by traditional zoning regulations and offer insights into potential reforms that could benefit co-living arrangements.Zoning Laws and the Definition of FamilyTraditional zoning laws often define "family" in narrow terms, typically limiting residential occupancy to individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption.

@Clifford Pereira You can claim Real Estate Professional (REP) status on federal taxes but not in California, as the state does not recognize REP benefits.

As long as comps don't reflect those highly upgraded sidings most investors would go with the cheaper option if the purpose is to maximize benefits on the refinance. 16k for siding sounds high if it's a 1000-1500 sqft home

Also, if you focus on the fundamentals of the real estate, particularly with SFH's the cash flow is truly secondary to other benefits.

Some investors have no need, some may benefit from having one.

While some get into investment real estate for the tax benefits, I'd venture to say nobody gets into it for the tax compliance and bookkeeping work.

Grays Ferry is really 26th to 34th x Grays Ferry Ave to maybe Morris/Mifflen when it changes zip codes

Aim for a path that benefits the current tenants if it's worth it.

The offering would be at 490 units at $1000 unit which allows 49% to be sold to have the preceding benefits to remain in place.

The rental property/cash flow calculator is free but the CapEx one isn't.The free rental property calculator also helps you identify the ideal purchase price range for any potential rental property using what the median income is for any zip code - that is pulled using city-data's website.Hope this helps!