Do you see a point where this strategy of adding functional space reduces its value factor?

I enjoy flipping different items (computers, cameras, shoes, tickets to name a few) and providing drone services as a way to earn some extra income.I have little to no experience in real estate but after digesting many podcasts (how I heard of bigger pockets) and books post-graduation I definitely think it is something I need to learn about to start building wealth long-term.

Bad reputations are earned just like good ones.

Most real estate agents earn 3%commission for representing the seller and 3% to the buyer(you).

I discovered BP in the fall of 2017 which removed the blinders from the scope of opportunity that is in front of each and every one of us every day, yet I was (almost) completely oblivious to.I started my career in tech sales in San Francisco where I earned my sales grit.

Your "best case" in this scenario would be that that party would mentor you in how to accomplish these activities so that you can learn and earn at the same time.

Anyone who earned these condos would realize that what you are thinking of doing is a serious crime.

Another way to look at it, if it is possible, is to Carve out one unit out of the 8 and sell it to reduce debt on the remaining 7.

Marina,Beware of trading work for rent or reduced rent. 

Other than being paid workers that learn while they earn, my 2 boys have also each been members of our commercial apt bldg LLCs since they were squirts.