If you really want to force appreciation and have a few flipshappening in the area, you want to add a room and then sale take or take a HELOC out… most importantly keep going !!!

We expanded to new markets, bringing on Dan Toback to lead a new division in Florida.At the beginning of 2023, we ended our successful journey in Western New York, replaced it with Florida, and despite the challenging times with record-high interest rates, we were still able to complete 78 deals between our Florida and NH markets. 2024 continues to bring its own challenges, forcing us to grow and improve.

It would be a shame if the city were to force me to convert the duplex back into a single family.Would you be willing to connect?

The only thing it provides tenants is a little stability and if they are forced out, most places require the landlord to compensate them. 

The rub is there's no way to force the seller to participate so there's a chance you could end up having to file a claim anyway. 

However when I choose a property im considering putting and offer on, I run into issues like existing tenant or vacant with repairs needing to be made before rent ready which is essentially what I’m looking for to force the equity myself.The problem is that I’m unable to find PM or contractors willing to translate what the inspections are showing, what needs to be dealt with, and for how much before closing.  

My ex forced me to sign joint tax returns for 2021 in the divorce.  

This would let you guys live in Florida like you want and force appreciation to set yourself up for a great rental when you move out.

Many other upgrades done to force appreciate.

If you're going to buy for break-even cash flow, you at least need to buy with some equity or force the equity so that you're not buying a lose-lose.If you like NC, look at Triad - Greensboro, Winston, High Point - or Alamance - Burlington, Mebane, Graham.