To start, Talk to a few zoning permit and plot expediters and surveyors, not just one.

Place keys back in LockboxOCCUPANCYGuest agrees that no more than 10 persons shall (unless otherwise agreed upon) be permitted on the Property at any time during the Rental Term, all of whom shall comply with the conditions and restrictions under this Agreement.

Dominic, RM1 can be a triplex (http://phillyzoning.com/newcode/wp-content/uploads...)You'll just need to apply for a use registration permit.

IRS rules do not permit borrowing against an IRA.

@Matthew Rembish The costs and exact procedures to fill in a pool may vary somewhat based on the location as some municipalities require a permit, and have different requirements, to demo/fill a pool.

Most commercial loans will not permit you to live in the property.Also, is there asking price too high, or are your numbers not correct?

The foundation is solid but only goes 24" below grade and therefore would no longer be permitted so I made the call to go with a brand new foundation over crawl.

I typically check to see what permits have been drawn if any in the last few years, do a title search, see what price it was foreclosed for because that will be likely close to the reserve if there is one.

They will require plans and give you a permit.

At best I would describe doing Airbnb in Los Angeles as a "Gray Area" since transient occupancy may be non-permitted for the zone you live in, but there is practically no enforcement of this code so there is little to fear if you keep your Airbnb activity under control.