Additionally, a larger property like this is valued based on the actual cash flow, not sales comps, so you have the ability to force appreciation faster with efficient management.Adding the a 5-10 unit may also increase the amount of time you spend getting you closer to the 'Real Estate Professional' status for tax purposes opening up room for offsetting some W-2 income on taxes.  

I have some brokers telling me that it's still a rent PSF calculation, but I'm just not seeing how that's an accurate way to price it b/c of the effect a drive thru has on the ability has to drive traffic.

We purchased a property, signed contract for a 45-day SoW (cosmetic rehab, add AC) and after about 30 days it's been radio silence.We have been pretty patient and now at 60-days past closing we've engaged another local PM who is going to be re-keying, assessing rehab status and taking over from here.I think similar to OP there's nothing particularly nefarious or shady going on here, but the follow-through and ability to land a deal is significantly lacking with this team.

Do you have the ability to close on the contract yourself under the terms of that contract? 

I know it is alot, but I thought with a open schedule and possible ability to get this property at a discounted price it could bring in some return as I would have an easy tenant and location is perfect. 

I want to build a legacy for my family and have the ability to take care of my parents and in-laws in the future.

Is building over the drive through limiting your ability to punch a hole in a wall, re-stripe the traffic pattern and, and put in a restaurant drive thru, when/if the time comes?

In 2022 following massive industry changes, on the heels of COVID, I decided to pursue opportunities that would give me the ability to travel a bit.

I have a visa and although there are advantages to having my visa for lending and travel, it also allows me the ability to live in the US without restrictions that a Canadian would have without one. 

If you have the ability to do it now, do it.