Do it Rich Dad Poor Dad style: start with an income-producing asset, and use the income from THAT to help offset the personal mortgage on the SFR McMansion you purchase later on (or, because this is BP, the run-down beat up SFR that's in crappier condition than the crappiest unit they are landlords of... hey we can invent a joke: "How do you know when you're in the home of a BP member?"

Other times you may find a positive mismatch, meaning the zoning allows a use that produces higher value than it's present use. 

A little bit about myself: well outside of work, I enjoy rock climbing, generally being outside, and playing recreational sports.  

I would use green rock which is a sheet rock that better handles moisture.

Cloud based and Google drive integration, so sharing and collaboration rock.

At this time you will be doing repairs and have no tenants on the property to produce cash flow.

He was not handy but he was a top producing real estate sales men in the 60s.... and 70's....

There was an ugly drop ceiling, which was hiding a sheet-rocked ceiling.

The mosaic tiles that come on a flimsy backing is awful to install - rocks are the worst.I did 18X18 in my kitchen and I liked the look of the large tiles.Seal the business out of the grout - consider using a latex additive for extra water- and stain-proofing.

My search on 'spec homes' in this forum has produced a ton of great discussions and some very good advice along the way.