We did not get an EIN since the plan was to form a joint LLC at the end of project completion.

Best of luck and let me know if you'd ever want to grab a bite or a small drink sometime in the future I'd be more than happy to connect :)- Joshua Killian

Can't buy as often here in San Diego but 1 door here is worth 10-20 doors in the markets that I was investing and growing more wealth with less doors is more preferable and provides for less expenses among other issues.House hacking in San Diego is the best way to get started with investing locally and it will have an immense impact on your financial future and net worth in the long term.   

I expect there will be new bills in the future with new angles trying to flavor them differently.

He acts as project manager, sources, finds the subs, and even oversees the staging.  

Michelle - My property management companies offers oversight of a larger project/renovation for 10%.

I personally prefer staying in a nicer STR and appreciate nicer finishes, details, and a unified ascetic, and want to provide a similar experience to our future guests.  

All it will accomplish is push your gains into the future while keeping your capital losses locked up.

You should also review your state's laws to see what protected classes are for future reference as well. 

The city is unlikely to get better and appreciation is likely to stagnate or even drop for the near future.