If you want to change the size, rise/run, location, etc. you're going to need permits, etc.If you hire out a total rebuild, the contractor will most likely have to be licensed and insured.Honestly, I'd do this myself.

I think it's very considerate of you so offer a discount and think of ways to help your tenant. 

I am in the Seattle area and have not noticed a considerable drop in prices.

If there is a metro area you want to be in, or a distance from work that would be acceptable, it would help narrow the search considerably. 

, seeking and considering bids for various stages of the build, the surveys and environmental inspections you need to cover, and also tax considerations.

Having a CA LLC you will have the privilege of paying an additional $800 charge on your CA return, and you may also owe another $800 fee for both the Texas and Wyoming LLCs if your activity rises to a certain minimal level.If any of these entities are multiple member LLCs they may be taxed as partnerships and its my guess you will need some professional assistance for that.

There may be additional capital gains assessed at the sale of the property as well due to the gift.That is good advice about making it clear in the lease agreement that rents will rise yearly by 3%-5%, thank you.Last notes on the business: I understand that it seems illogical or like something is missing.

California grid operator CAISO has been curtailing renewable energy at record levels this year, as the state’s ever-rising share of solar power during daylight hours increasingly outpaces electricity demand." 

I could see it being a consideration given two equally strong applicants, however.

Philly is a block by block city so a home that is 300 feet away is still well within the 0.25 mile radius but can be in an entirely different neighborhood with a considerable higher or lower property value.