If you position yourself on the outer edge of that moving path of progress, there could be opportunities for STR/MTR/LTR all in the same neighborhood, which gives you that desired strong pivot-ability.  

That might work if your listing is a very desirable one...what happens if it sits on the market 30+ days?

I do not desire to reward tenants for poor behavior.I explain the consequences of an eviction to the tenant.

I would think snowbirds would not desire class d units/area.   

Long-term Investment Value: Over time, demand for properties with more amenities (like the extra half bath) could increase, which may help you achieve better returns, even if the immediate ARV bump is minimal.Overall, it may not drastically change the ARV, but for rental purposes, it could enhance the property's desirability and boost cash flow.

FIRST we have to sell a buyer on the desire of the property via the marketing colterol.

Properties in desirable areas or with substantial potential can attract even more investors.

You can see if you can apply and qualify for a loan through the bank but most banks will follow federal standards and guidelines which allow them to sell the home to Fannie or Freddie if they so desire.

I would find out their DSCR ratio and make sure you can hit their minimums either upon purchase or when they desire those ratios (maybe after stabilization in a year or so).5) Unit Turns/ Re-Leasing.

I'm originally from San Francisco CA (started off as an out of state investor in 2021) and have no desire to become a landlord in CA.