The unit in the basement meets all local ordinances and I am looking to have the property re-zoned to a legal 3-unit.Does anyone have experience going through this process?

Lots of confusion as to what a 'contract or deed' actually is.First of all, much of the specific rights associated with this type of real estate contract depend on state laws, which vary somewhat.Secondly, the seller of the contract, i.e. property seller/lien holder, hold LEGAL title to the property. 

In this case a legal secretary who had a net worth of $9,000,000. http://m.newser.com/story/258891/secretary-lived-frugally-for-96-years-then-donated-millions.htmlThe truth is that I don’t find this story motivational.

Sometimes if people do not like the evaluation then they can try and stiff the appraiser with paying for it.With an appraisal for a bank, construction loan,etc. the appraiser has standards to meet and can be held more accountable so those reports tend to hold more weight on accuracy although an appraisal is just an opinion and not an absolute.No legal advice given.    

Hello guys.....Was wondering if i could invest anonymously in real estate.Is that legal?

As with any business, there are strategies that can be employed to legally minimize the taxes, and that holds true for a flipping business as well.It's like saying "will people still open hot dog stands because of the taxes?". 

While you want to have a good relationship with your tenants, they are under a legally binding contract and you shouldn't have to pay them just for them to follow it.

I would recommend checking the USDA website to check their mapping restrictions.

The city will not let me rent the basement even if I make it completely legal.

Be well prepared by getting all the communication with the broker and take it with you to the lawyer and seek legal opinion.