One tip: focus on areas with year-round demand and check local regulations early—they can make or break a deal. 

So the places we all encounter that don't even have a wheelchair ramp at the entrance (at the appropriate incline, etc), even though it would be relatively easy to put in, aren't compliant (envision a storefront set back 10 feet from the sidewalk).

I probably can get 1500-1800 per month rent for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath (appx 1200 square feet) and can build for 174,500.

Yes, the target raise would be $3-5 million for the first round.

The amounts of square footage cover is so low the delta becomes a rounding error. 

I'm thinking of selling my personal residence on a wrap, but I wanted to see what you thought about these approximate numbers (rounded for simplicity):$140k sales price$30k down payment from buyer$95k owed on my existing mortgage @ 4.875%$550 P&I monthly payment ($650 w/ taxes and insurance)Seller finance the $110k left w/ a wrap w/ a 3 year balloon.

We are pet friendly and have some zeroscape backyards and have wording like "We are pet friendly with a fee, but please note although backyard is fenced there is no grass and certain areas contain crushed shell which could hurt your pets feet". 

Keep existing and add an additional -~2000 sq feet 3.

because we have a strong demand for them and great str laws.The Triangle is visited year-round by travelling professionals in the research, medical, IT, and education space.

My mom is a realestate agent mostly for investors and she has helped me a lot while I'm getting on my feet!