However, the process was extremely cumbersome, communication was inefficient, and the loan fees were inflated compared to other deals I have seen from fellow investors.We will be ready to begin the refinance stage of our next project in the coming days, as renovation is finishing up and we are screening tenants.

Both units showcase exposed brick aesthetics and chic finishes, contributing to a spacious and inviting atmosphere.

Is anyone using black matte finishes?

Then it's simple, build the home, find crews to do the work (you should already have them basically from the prior step), excavation, concrete, sealing, framing, roof/gutters/siding, windows, insulation drywall, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, finishes, etc. basically in that order.

I am currently working on starting a youtube channel that will teach what I have learned in becoming a builder, along with following some of my builds start to finish.  

Absolutely, the passive income from owning rentals is great but I also love getting into big projects and seeing the transformation from start to finish@David Jesperson What city/market are you looking to buy and what type of properties are you looking for, SF, 2-4 MF, or 5+ MF?

I cannot imagine that having 1 thermostat for 2 units would be possible especially once we move out and have tenants in both units. 3rd unit dilemma The 3rd unit is not finished.

Look at their finishes and what they offer guests, use that as your baseline, then improve upon it.

A lot of our housing stock here has finished basements or in-law suites, so with something like that you can generate significant rental income for an inexpensive conversion. 

But then moving to actually renting while our children finish school and investing out of state instead.