Could the space above the carport be turned into a community space or gardening area, which would add extra appeal to renters (justifying the higher rents)?

@Chris Cadez one of the things I had to let go of early on was the "would I live here" mindset when it comes to curb appeal.

Hi Maryann,Nice big porch with the original columns still in place, and a nice wide set of steps.Some shutters on those top windows might increase the curb appeal even more.It looks like a sold nice home.Good Luck!

Low cost fix that will make the room more appealing.

The idea of duplexes (or triplexes) is appealing because it mitigates the vacancy factor.   

Is this an appealing deal in your opinion? 

I'd be curious what areas you focus on and find appealing.

Being able to visualize what works for me and applying it to the markets that best interest me and hone in on the ones that fit with this plan would be efficient!

@Sally Fairchild I’m going to go with the idea that they are appealing to people that want more $ in their pockets, therefore need bigger pockets to hold the $ and they are pretty funny, so you know... it’s kind of shall we say.. cute and funny.

This means they can appeal to the courts and easily get up to 6-months free.