I understand there are variables unique to each individual (tax liability, strategy, liquidity need) and seek these perspectives.

Whether it's right for you depends on your own unique circumstances.

I bet someone else has had the same idea but implementing is the key and your unique spin on it makes it your own even if someone else ran with the same idea.

I have client with a unique request.

Each negotiation is unique and depends largely on the investors' income needs and risk tolerance and on your own.   

I'm looking at 7 acre property with a 29k sqft house on it. (I want to remodel and occupy) The property is obviously worth whatever a developer would pay for the land, knowing that he could make a profit subdividing l...

Completed putting in a yard and added some parking area for toy parking.

In my area, if your property is "unique" like two homes on one lot, then the appraisers will comp properties up to 1.5 hrs away.The best way to do this is to stay on top of what is selling in your market.

Job Industry #1Job Industry #2Job Industry #3Population Growth %Average Home ValueAverage Rent Price to Rent RatioTax Assessment %Utilities (anything unique)Seasonal Maintenance (snowplowing)Specialty InsuranceAverage age of rentersAverage income of rentersAverage education level% of homeowners vs % of rentersCrime StatisticsSchool District RatingAverage age of propertiesaverage vacancy rate in the area for other landlordsMultiple exit strategies?

Sacramento is in the unique position to be able to provide cash flow AND significant appreciation.