Look up the Future zoning map. 

I think the before vs after pictures really speak primarily to your experience and ability to execute a project so it can help lenders gain comfort with future projects and allow you demonstrate what level of detail you except out of your contractors.

In future, please try to only invest directly with general partner/sponsors, not through any incompetent "intermediary".  

Your breakdown (and future color map) is going to make great wall art in my home office!

Check with your lender about any owner-occupancy requirements tied to your mortgage.Market Analysis: If you plan to rent it out in the future, take a close look at rental market trends in your area.

There is no additional "risk" on the note like a demand clause etc, but you have  extra expense in upfront one time costs and the pre-payment penalty that most programs are sold with if rates do drop as expected in the future.  

To get the answer, you have to learn how to analyze markets to find those micro-markets...like every other REI has done in the past, still does today, and will do in the future.

Since we’re in the early stages, do you have any tips on building meaningful relationships with lenders or private investors for future projects?

Focus on undervalued properties, prioritize high-ROI renovations, and refinance to pull equity for future deals while maintaining 20-25% equity.

However the most obvious benefit based on what you’re stating is that the depreciation from cost segregation will offset your $100k in taxable income from your commercial rental.There could be more benefits depending on future plans especially if you plan to sell any real estate in the near future.