I do plan on using a CPA to file my taxes (first time.... always have done my own in the past but 2018 was first year owning rental properties), but I like to have my ducks in a row, so to speak, by being well organized BEFORE engaging the CPA.'

I let my actions speak for myself.

One of the contractors I was speaking with about replacing carpet asked me if I wanted to have the flooring installed on top of the carpet pad.

On the low end in California I see custom houses get built for $250/SF + land acquisition costs - on the higher end I've seen easily over $1,000/SF.Easiest way to build would be to find a partially developed piece of land off an existing tract where roads, utilities, and zoning wont be an issue and you wont have to go through lengthy entitlement processes.

I know of a Tenant/LL attorney who does evictions on the Island if you want someone to speak with.

Fire and hazard insurance would further be specified in your deed of trust.I assume that since the entitlements have begun, there is a loan already in place(?).

I always tell the agent after I speak with the building inspector and he tells me it's not buildable but the listing never goes away. 

Ask to speak with some of their current owners and current/former tenants.

Statistically speaking, you have a high chance of facing a lawsuit with that number of units of the next 10 years.

They refused to let me speak with a Supervisor and would NOT let me make an appointment to speak with the Clerk of Courts.