This property also plays a strategic role in the broader development project for the area, which includes 12 patio homes and two duplexes.

@Catherine Curtsinger To play a little devil’s advocate I have been house hacking for 30 years.

Their goals and upcoming upcoming purchases may come into play. 

I am a division one soccer player and have been blessed to be done with my last years with no debt.

Like with anywhere else: location, pricing and the overall house you intend to build will play a factor in your profits.

So, you're not "wrong" in thinking it's complicated.The tax code plays heavily into how certain transactions are categorized and there is some flexibility regarding what we can capitalize versus deduct.

Preference is cash-flow, but open to appreciation/equity plays as well. 

Each city’s approach can play a unique role, but zoning for higher density developments stands out as a powerful strategy, albeit a tough one to get passed.

It's a really high-energy dog and I don't think they take it out often enough, so they play indoors a lot.

Like playing loud music in the middle of the night if you upset her which goes through the walls.