Let’s break it down and explore how you might approach this idea, the challenges you could face, and ways to structure a deal that could work for both you and the landlord.Why the Landlord Might Be Open to SellingThey’ve moved out of state for health reasons and don’t have family nearby anymore, which might reduce their emotional attachment to the property.The idea of simplifying their life and pursuing something like sailing around the world suggests they could be open to letting go of the property if it helps them achieve their goals.With significant equity or potentially owning the property outright, selling could provide them with a substantial cash windfall to fund their future plans.However, their belongings on the property could signal hesitation to let go or simply a logistical barrier they haven’t addressed yet.

Ask around for architects who have build nearby, they know rooftops to dirt finishes.

Don’t know how or where tenant washed clothes for 2 months; a laundry is nearby.

Instead of jumping on the opportunity, the rep decided to wait two days so he could bundle the appointment with another one he had nearby.

A nearby city with a lot of highly paid engineers.

And lastly, I search FunishedFinder listings nearby, find comparable properties, and track the listed rent for a few months (does it increase, decrease?).

Then there is city approval and whether they want a 2 to be a 4 (seems like the nearby properties might support it).

@Timothy Lawrence House hacking in PG County, MD, or nearby areas like Hyattsville, Silver Spring, or Alexandria, VA, is a good option, especially with student tenants from UMD.

I've rehabbed old downtown buildings in a nearby city to Milwaukee.I'll see how I can assist Stormi.

There’s a lot of new development going on in Huntsville proper, but properties in nearby suburbs like Athens, Decatur, or Meridianville are both more affordable at present and less prone to competition from new construction.$150,000 can buy you a tenant-ready 3 bed, 2 bath single-family home in a B-grade neighborhood.