This is also usefully if they like their return and want to extend the timetable* ARV or LPP - you can structure your loan based on After repair value or Loan to Purchase price.

The garage is currently accessed from the alley (where the garage door sits) as well as a separate door from the yard.It seems that in the future there could also be room to add a 2nd property on the double lot, but seeing that would involve a whole new structure + utilities, would not be as cost efficient, as this area isn't one I would expect a lot of appreciation in.Thanks!

You need to get a geotechnical or structural engineer to take a look - maybe both:From your description of the property having views, I am going to assume a hilly terrain.

John, I have always thought the RE Brokerage structure was very close to the securities business and insurance world, captured agency relationships, product development and a sales force.

I don't know your local government structure, but here in California we have Board of Supervisors in Counties, and City Council in cities, with each region of the city/county having a representative.

Structure the financing only?

I'd get a quote from a house-leveling company and get an opinion from a structural engineer or a house framer (cheaper).

You can get creative and structure things to determine who pays the tax but it will get paid.

Under $200,000 SFH 3/2 good condition structurally (I have a great sense of style and aesthetic for cosmetic upgrades)J Martin in Richmond....What a nice and gracious email.....Thanks for giving of your time and great insights.

Maybe you can't force appreciation on a SFH where you're using the comparable approach, but the appraisal is still generally higher for the same structure, as SF fee simple unit, as opposed to an apartment.