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A family attorney could help structure the sale to minimize legal and closing fees.

So long story short we have a traveling nurse staying at our rental that got some water damage when the roof was being replaced, they don't have renter's insurance (which we require in the renter's agreement they sign), water damage has been remedied and is cosmetically minimally affected and still very much in a liveable state.

Lastly, the "right to rely on instructions" clause suggests the QI has minimal responsibility to verify the authenticity of communications, which could increase risk.

After we move in 4-5 years, I would rent out both units.Pros:Potential for long-term appreciation in San Diego.Cons:The property will not cash flow enough to cover the mortgage while we are living there.After we move, it would provide very low returns and minimal cash flow.Would require a significant portion of my liquidity, making it harder to invest elsewhere and grow my rental portfolio.2.

After analyzing GIS data, I discovered that my neighbor’s house, garage, and shop are built with minimal permissible setbacks (50 feet to an inch) from the boundary line.

Based on rental income would be great since I'm self employed so minimal documentation is best for me. 

What we do require is a signed pet agreement that has minimal rules(pick up the crap, flea & tick prevention, etc) and we require that they send a copy of current vaccination records and a picture of the dog(s). 

After we move in 4-5 years, I would rent out both units.Pros:Potential for long-term appreciation in San Diego.Cons:The property will not cash flow enough to cover the mortgage while we are living there.After we move, it would provide very low returns and minimal cash flow.Would require a significant portion of my liquidity, making it harder to invest elsewhere and grow my rental portfolio.2.

I have minimized that risk by being very strict in my underwriting.