100% occupied sounds like you left a lot of meat on the bone for them in terms of rate management.One thing to consider is how this is a huge plus for storage two years from now.

As for real estate, my little brother is in college now and we are going through this in terms of what to do with his lease for this year and next year. 

In terms of equity, we havent had an appraisal yet, but it should be in the 200-250k range, and at 80% i should have access to 120-150k.

Now in terms of transferring the SOL do I need to transfer it into my name and then the end buyer?

Just in terms of what I know what I'd be looking to do, Homestyle would be the better option for me. 

In terms of rates, I went for big names such as Wells Fargo, who had my original plan.

The street has to be uniform in terms of single family homes.  

After the properties went under contract we made some concessions in terms of electronics, smart home equipment, doors and locks etc.Does it not make sense to file for taxes under  Sale of Business Property, since the property was bought as a single family and converted into a duplex?

After the properties went under contract we made some concessions in terms of electronics, smart home equipment, doors and locks etc.Does it not make sense to file for taxes under Sale of Business Property, since the property was bought as a single family and converted into a duplex?

I can then take back that 8 hours if I choose by hiring landscapers again.My point in explaining all of this is that there are many ways to start investing, but each investment should be very calculated in terms of risk, numbers, and what works for your personal situation.