That usually means a full electrical upgrade at about $8K +/-.Cedar post supports. 

That's just one example of how the technical aspects mesh with government aspects.Even marketing, being able to sell lots, is useful as is being able to get along with others and assess their abilities and motivate them to be part of your team either as employees, vendors, financial supporters, etc., all come into play. 

If the market doesn't support the increased rental rate, you won't have much luck doing it.Given that you are in Tacoma, I assume you're wondering how you can get the property to cash flow?

These monies will help me get my business started and will help me with producing educational content to support both children and teachers in the quest to integrate creative learning tools into public and private schools.

Why moral support? 

This first posting is to get experienced advice on insurance, advertising, property management, cleaning and handyman services, llc structure etc.Chris

Look to your state for intl trade missions....advertise in local publications of your target country.   

I conservatively calculate that I'd be in the hole about $3k+ after first month just gathering intel and building an advertising strategy.

This is the bank I worked for, and we were constantly kicking contractors off the program for not ensuring the people creating the loan were actually authorized to do so.I'd say it can be a good investment if it's something that your market can support, but in general think of it like a pool.

BP doesn't solve our problems, but it helps point us in a worthwhile direction with a lot of supporting cast members.