.- Address buyer's concerns with reputable local professional and expert evaluations and written estimates.For example if the deck needs to be repaired or replaced, during the contingency period I'll attempt to have at least 1-2 licensed contractors provide written estimates.

You could also think about buying vacation properties to provide opportunities for family trips.

Partnering with Seth Choate provided valuable local insights, making this an attractive and strategic investment for Partner Driven.

@Corby Goade I have contractors coming by throughout the week to provide quotes and I am very curious to hear what they are going to be.

Partnering with Graham Lyster provided valuable local insights, making this an attractive and strategic investment for Partner Driven.

Ideally, we can connect next week and my team and I can provide a free consultation on what may work best for you and your Mom with a few more details, but if I were to take the situation at face value and try and brainstorm an idea. 

There are many reasons that I will provide but the biggest 2 in your case are that it will cost more than the value it adds and it is likely to make your existing SFH rent controlled.  

Our team has assisted investors from Canada, the UK, Israel, China, Argentina and many other places do exactly what you are aiming to do.In addition, we can help you with finding great deals, point you in the direction of lenders if you need that, place you with one of our expert realtors, manage your rehab, and if you intend to hold we can provide Property management services,'Inbox me if you would like to discuss further-Leroy

Every item has a lifespan and collecting maintenance/replacement costs should start as soon as an item is put into service.There are lenders that will provide HELOC on rental properties but they are not extremely easy to find.  

I sent her the check for returned security deposit by certified mail to a P.O. box she provided me.