Different states have different rules and regs, You can start your biz in any state and file for the ability to work in the state you are in as your business.

All these rule of thumbs that are on this site don't work out numbers' wise in 90% of the markets in the US.

Commonly referred as 401k small business financing (Rollover as Business Startup 401k), yes the IRS 401k rules allow for the use of your 401k funds to start-up a business without being subject to distribution penalties.

I never used my broker license for a full time job even though I kept it active for about 30 years.i closed a few deals for other people and have only one real estate investment deal for myself.As a safety thing, right after you close on an improved property, get an insurance policy that will protect you if there is a loss.  

However, the current rent reflects that and with these improvements, could definitely be raised. 

What are the rules regarding how quickly I would have to occupy an owner occupancy multi family home The triplex that I am looking at is fully occupied until end of January 2017

This is just a business deal, no emotions for me... there will be others and its just how it works.Also found they have a section 8 tenant on a month to month (that I was going to remove anyway) that has been in violation of section 8 rules (additional occupants)... the Housing Authority has been looking for proof adn now I have it (the seller said in writing that they have been doing this for at least two years).

David Bell I am assuming most of your rehab is going to be capital improvements which you will add to your basis and depreciate over the useful life.

Anything cosmetic that easily remedied improves your chances of getting the highest price.

Just make sure if you are going to deal with any creative financing that you are clear about the many rules and guidelines you must follow.