For the past many months, I don't know anyone with more than, say, $5,000 in idle cash who isn't using Treasury Direct to get 5%+ on idle money; pick your term - short (4 weeks) or longer (52 weeks). 

Also, my insurance is coming up in June and I would like to restructure so I can change the insurance coverage to the LLC. 

Together, we negotiated favorable terms with the seller, ensuring a beneficial deal.

You want to make sure the project is going to be profitable, especially if you are taking on short term debt. 

We, as a Roofing Co, talk and deal with MANY clients that have aging roofs, and yes are fine, but the ins co is either wanting them to: replace the roof; pay a higher delectable; not have coverage for the roof; or drop them!

In terms of new construction, a couple things to be aware of in San Luis Obispo County are water shortage issues and development fees/taxes which can significantly increase the building costs.SLO city and the neighboring cities are particularly diligent on their water usage, as most of the county's water supply comes from three surface water reservoirs and a groundwater basin.

What strategy are you going after and what are your long term goals?

Investment Info:
Mixed-use building

Purchase price: $405,000

Cash invested: $20,250

Mixed use investment. 2 residential units with 1 storefront

What made you interested in investing in this type...

Tax treatment on short term stuff is an issue. 

Be careful if the actual contract has any terms about assignment or allows their private access to the home before closing, as many "cash" buyers out there try to tie up your house for a low figure, then sell it higher to someone else before they decide to close it with you.