I grew up in Berea and lived there for 25 years. 

But if it’s in the main living area and the space is already tight, then getting rid of it could help you maximize the layout.

I live in FL, 2024 my first year in RE, I have a scorp private money lender/partner and other RE related businesses STR and interior design.

There are exceptions, like what was mentioned by @Nathan Gesner, if you are an employee of the property owners, and you exclusively manage their properties, if you're a resident manager, living in the building that is being managed, or if you are someone who manages properties owned by a single entity and have a direct ownership interest in it.

Quote from @Brandon Croucier: A DSCR Loan requires the property to be in LIVABLE CONDITION.Does it mean YOU would live in it?

@Tom GrieshammerThe best bang for your buck would be buying an existing duplex with an owner-occupant loan and putting down 3.5-5% and live in one unit.

Is your midterm you live in performing well? 

I lived in Cleveland for multiple months and have some great connections to help you get started investing in Cleveland.

I was fine with all these numbers.Then I met with contractors...First, I wanted to add a new bathroom and approximately 450 sq ft of additional living space.

I live in California and invest in multiple states, if that matters.