Hope that’s kosher…You might also want to consider moving your notes to a servicer, thus you'll be in compliance with all applicable statutes and other crazy regulations spun up by Liz Warren. 

Regulated by the county of Riverside not the city, thus not subject to the restrictions.

I’m not sure what the rules,regulations, restrictions are for renting out basements, so I’d appreciate some input from people who have done this before

Was it finding the right market, navigating local regulations, or building a network?

Short-term rentals would be a solution, but due to strict short-term rental laws in rent-controlled areas of Los Angeles, options like Airbnb are typically not feasible.At present, I have a $5 million property in Encino with two units that we cannot rent out short-term due to rent control regulations, and the numbers don’t work for a long-term rental either.

If you buy in the proper STR areas there is practically zero regulation risk. 

Legal ConsiderationsZoning & Regulations: Make sure the property is zoned for a duplex and complies with local regulations.

@Lena CastellanoTo prepare for your first real estate purchase next year, explore house hacking options, research rental regulations, network with contractors and investors, practice deal analysis, join local REI groups, and connect with agents.

There are pros and cons to long term and short term from a rental management side, and purchase/acquisition.Long term = lower vacancy, lower expenses, potentially lower revenueShort Term = higher vacancy, higher expenses, potential for higher revenue, financing is more expensive than long term rentalsWatch out for local STR regulations, they vary from city to city.

And do not go into over-saturated, over-regulated areas....do your homework big time...