You can also check meetup.com or search facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.

Here are some considerations for making a garage conversion into a good apartment:Local Permitting: you’ll want to check with your building department to see if a conversion like this is allowed in the current zoning of your home.

- You missed utilities in your holding costs- For your first rehab you should plan on a little more than 6 months, just in case- You might want to double check your tax number as taxes in NY can be pretty high- The biggest area where mistakes are made for new investors when it comes to flips and BRRRRs are in the ARV and the rehab cost.

Now don't get me wrong I certainly have an idea, but just checking to see if I'm on the right page?...

Hey @Olga Daisel - You should check with a CPA to be sure - my CPA @Juan P.

Monthly the checks come in. 

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If you are interested in renting out by room, I'd check out PadSplit.

While this isn't a long-term solution, it could buy you time to arrange finances for a complete fix.Insurance Claim: If the issue with the tub is due to improper installation, it's worth checking if this is something that your homeowner’s insurance or a builder's warranty (if still valid) might cover.Partial Renovation: Instead of a full demolition and remodel, consider if there's a way to repair the tub area without a complete overhaul.

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