And if they all add up to zero, you’ll earn 0.038% on your money  Or you could put the $125k in the bank and earn a government guaranteed $520/mo.

If you are really worried about liability, get a bunch of insurance policies like an extra umbrella or beefed-up property insurance. 

By-right uses are much simpler since they don’t require additional government approval beyond standard permits.Development Standards: Once zoning is clear, factor in the regulations such as setbacks, parking requirements, density, and other local standards.

When it comes to your home, the right insurance policy can make all the difference.

I ask because a lot of new investors are getting lured into the thought of them because you get paid by the government this alleged "guaranteed rent", but that's not really how it all works.The Section 8 website for your area or the larger one should have metrics per square foot for the area.

After it's rehabbed, you could then rent both units and use the cash flow to offset another primary residence or potentially refi and use those funds to scale your portfolio.I wish this policy change was being talked about more because it unlocks a creative new strategy for investors in MA, since you do not need to owner occupy to do it! 

This tells me two things: Obtaining a variance will be more difficult because there are already policy considerations in place intended to reduce density & (2) There is clearly an over supply of rental units in this area otherwise the overlay would not exist. 

He told me that the only time in his 30+ years that the scammer paid off is when the crook unexpectedly died and had a large life insurance policy that was able to pay off all the creditors.

Once your asset's equity exceeds your umbrella policy it makes sense to start thinking about more advanced protection. 

This usually involves hiring a snow removal service or having a clear policy for who is responsible for clearing snow.### Heating and Air Conditioning Common AreasFor a property like yours with a hallway, staircase, and basement laundry area, it's not always necessary to heat or air condition these common areas.