Now it has CA code that protects them from jurisdictions that could advocate for their removal which would result in less safe units being available.It is an interesting dilemma especially if after the initial law they pass a subsequent law extending the dates.  

Indeed, where we pay a REALTOR commission, we are initially under water, but look at the long- term probability the rental will remain in the system.

I started talking to him about the minimum amount to invest, since I didn't know him or his company and he initially asked for $2,000 usd.

Great location and high rents vs initial investments in this area.

Here are some of my initial thoughts that has pretty well held solid and possibly even become more solidified. 

You may want to check your lease on this, but my guess is that you may not have given her enough notice initially on the rent increase? 

The initial video that I took of the home had 510k views on Tiktok because of how much stuff was left and how bad of shape the home was in.

Only thing better would be initial deposit and then paid in full upon Certificate of Occupancy and punchlist complete.Of course, standard items should also be checked: licensed, insured, willing and able to pull all required permits, reference checks.I would also commonly avoid the cheapest bid you get.  

With just 5% down (yes, I paid PMI initially), we moved into the main bedroom, used the small first-floor room as my office, and rented out the other three bedrooms on Airbnb and Furnished Finder.

Actually, agreed to $200,000 initially but re-negotiated once I visited the property and looked at the existing Teak/Mahogany trees.