They will also be able to advise on getting the existing unit permitted (and helping with anything that will be required to get it to code). 

As far as the roof goes, many interpret the code (IRS 5695) to include roof work as "work necessary to install the solar system".

If you have a promo code that I can use, that would be nice.

I/We are aware that it is a Federal crime punishable by fine,imprisonment or both to knowingly make any false statements when applying for this mortgage, asapplicable under the provision of Title 18, United States Code, Section 1014 and Section 1010.

It takes7 breaker throws to shut off all power to the panel, whereas the code requires all power to be shut off with no more than 6 throws.

my advice is start without the systems.....I started with code violations list (free).....then wrote yellow letters by hand (like $5 with envelopes from walmart).....then i had to trust the process......i started from the ground up now i can appreciate the systems etc

I know Jacksonville FL has been very popular on BP for the last several years.Inventory has been crazy low even in the middle of a drawn out pandemic.However,the low inventory didn't truly hit home until I had a few vacancies this month and asked my agent to list them.As is customary,I went on Zillow ,typed in my zip code and adjusted the filter for number of beds/baths and the desired rent amount.To my amazement,in my entire zip code,only one other unit was on the market for rent in my price range <$1000.Then the agent sent me "rental comps" the next morning in order to advise on a reasonable list price.It turned out 4 out of 5 units on his comps list were my recently rented units as well.At that point,it was clear we were our own competition.Nobody is selling.Whatever is coming up for rent is being snapped up in record time.The following week,a duplex came up for sale on MLS at the beach for $369,000.My notifications alerted me and I thought that was a fair price since I could probably get $1700 in rent for each unit with minor cosmetic upgrades.I checked "days on zillow"....8 hours!

@Jack Liu hi I don’t know much about your question, however I would be interested to know in which zip code you invest?

You don't need a local company since the 1031 exchange is a federal tax code part of the IRS.

I may have heard of people self-closing quickly with minimal risk after an owner and encumbrance search and DD with the city and county as to permits, utility bills, code violations, assessments and taxes.I may also have heard this isn't recommended for beginners at all.