To do this successfully, you'll need to find reliable and cost-effective contractors and tradespeople.

This means you’re effectively living for free, or close to it, while building equity in your property.Low-Cost Entry into Real Estate InvestingBecause you're living in the property, you can qualify for owner-occupied financing.

@Rene HosmanIf it’s too much to do in excel I have a bookkeeper handle it - now there are overseas companies that can be very cost effective as well.

A full asset protection plan probably isn’t cost effective unless the assets protected total $1 million or more.  

Relationship-Based LendingBanks: Normal transactions are always cold-blooded and policy-oriented.Private Money Lenders: Most often work with borrowers to create solutions and value relationships over strict rules.The Bottom LineThe power of private money lending, I think, is a pretty effective alternative for borrowers who need speed, flexibility, and customized solutions—especially in industries like real estate investing.

I know there is all this talk about the Olympics coming but on a practical basis that has no effect on you unless you do STR, which you typically can't in a rent controlled property.3.

., as well as most countries require the settlor to give up control and benefit of the asset in question for the “asset protection” aspect to be legally effective, some countries (usually very small countries) have laws for trusts that theoretically allow some control (or at least input) of the assets by the settlor while still maintaining the asset protection feature.  

Address issues like a squeaky basement shower and squeaky floors by marketing the space effectively.

A select few will also provide contact phone numbers.3.

If your accountant isn’t providing strategic guidance on structuring or tax optimization for real estate, consider finding a real estate CPA to ensure your long-term goals are met effectively.