Since then, I’ve added six duplexes and three single-family homes.Apart from the house hack, if I could start over, I’d focus more on single-family homes in better neighborhoods.

I don't really want to invest in a D-class area.Tangentially, what are some of your "it's time to sell this property" red lines when it comes to the changing economic conditions of an area? 

Last year January MN enacted the biggest # of changes all were added details and raised the bar of requirement for Landlords, including some specifically detailing how a listing must be detailed.

From adding bi-fold doors to creating outdoor kitchens, we design spaces that make the most of Southern California’s weather.These trends not only elevate the homes we renovate but also ensure they stand out in the market. 

I hadn't even heard of an ad section before your mention of it.

Is there a promise of some new chip plant?

New windows, kitchen, basement bath and adding a storage room/pantry in the basement. 

I 100% endorse adding in the escrows for taxes and insurance to set the buyer/borrower up for success. 

If you had identified the property, the cost and the travel cost would have been added to the basis of the property and depreciated.These initial investigatory costs are treated differently for flipping and rentals.1) Flipping: The travel cost to investigate will be treated as a business cost and deducted as an ordinary travel cost.

Truth is you could have invested just the $5000, added the $362.50 monthly to the investment on a monthly basis.