The zoning will define the permitted uses (this will tell you if you can have an RV/Boat storage there) and it will define the density (this will tell you how many tiny homes you can add).You'll want to make sure you don't conflict the existing duplex to a new use or mixed use where you might put the existing use out of compliance. 

That being said, I think Four Roses Single Barrel is a great bourbon especially for mixing.

Value Add mixed with cashflow is such a good combo!

whatever you think the IRS will acceptAnd although nobody brings us shoeboxes with receipts anymore, your set of bank statements where your personal expenses are mixed with your business expenses is not helping, either.

As for why landlords aren’t more vocal, maybe it’s just a mix of feeling overwhelmed or unsure about how to fight back.

If mixed in with your deposits and reserve funds, you may accidentally spend money you shouldn't have. 

A lot of people don't even know some of the more creative properties you can buy with a VA loan (like mixed use or even a 6 unit apartment complex if you combine VA entitlement with another soldier).

I really like mixed-use.

I have a small mixed use apartment/commercial property, and another commercial property with 2 office suites.

its great that you are taking the leap into Real Estate investment, and Venice Florida, its an interesting market with its mix of vacation and long-term rental opportunities.Given the current market conditions you are describing - stagnant with a surplus of inventory - there might be some advantages to exploring both vacation and long term-rentals.