As for STR, I am about 20 minutes from the beach and it wouldn't have much attraction IMO as far as marketing it as a vacation or getaway or anything like that, especially because it is only about the size of a studio (its a garage conversion for the bedroom, and then an additional kitchenette area and bathroom behind it).

Additionally, I prioritize respect for seniors and recognize the difficulty of embracing change.

Cash flow before taxes" = NOI – Debt service – Capital expenses + Loan additions

As PO BOX rates have more than doubled in the last 10 years, I'm trying to setup an additional mailbox for my fourplex building for the purpose of receiving administrative mail to effectively use it like a PO BOX.

Hope you got a discount on the purchase price due to the tenant past due balance and didn't get suckered into paying full price just because it has an S8 tenant:(You may also want to push your PMC to send the eviction paperwork to the S8 caseworker, so hopefully, they take away this tenant's voucher!

For me that is one of the EASIEST maintenance calls I get.In addition, I will pick up some used washers and dryers locally off facebook marketplace for $150-200 and store them usually for when I put a new rental in service and need to put appliances in it.

They barely have enough money for a downpayment, and now they have to come up with additional funds to cover the real estate commissions.Furthermore, it is unlikely to bring home prices down because prices are market-driven and not related to real estate commissions.

Land acquisition, permits, foundation, utilities, architect, and on and on but without the additional benefit of profit on the larger sq/ft you'd be selling.

Additionally, installing a makeup air system along with a ducted vent hood seems impractical and costly.I've considered alternative options such as a recirculating vent hood, but I'm concerned about its effectiveness in removing grease and smoke. 

It increases the value of the home, good to show to insurance company (for Evidence, insurance discounts, etc) And it’s good against squatters.