Also, I'd suggest that as you get going, you finish setting up your profile to help folks know how best to help you!

Making extra principal payments will help you pay off properties faster, which could increase cash flow down the line.

If anyone has any recommendations for an Architectural Designer or Structural Engineer who can help design and put the plans together that would be awesome.

If something were to happen with the property, such as a lawsuit from a tenant, having it in an LLC can help protect your personal assets from being at risk.

I’d be happy to take a look to see if I could help.  

Do you know if I would be required to help them with moving costs like a month of rent, or 2 or 3 months?

Hire the very best people you can to advise you based on your exact situation and circumstances and then let them help you implement a solid tax strategy that makes sense for you.Regardless of your position and role, this is without a doubt one of the highest leverage activities that you can do.Remember, it's not just about what you make, it's about what you keep in the end that matters most.

If I provide the notice prior to the end of the12 month lease (October 28) do I still have to pay them several months of rent to help them transition to another rental?  

.- **Rental Income**: Lenders may use a portion of the rental income to help qualify you for the loan, which can be beneficial.To get the best deal, make sure to:- Check your credit score, as it will impact your interest rate.- Shop around for lenders that specialize in owner-occupied multifamily properties.- Use tools like the BiggerPockets mortgage calculators to see how different interest rates and loan terms affect your cash flow.If you have more questions or need further guidance, feel free to ask Good luck with your duplex venture

A lot of the risk can be mitigated by just doing the homework and moving slow.Hope that helps!