These strategies can help structure deals with minimal upfront capital.Before diving into any strategy, thoroughly research and educate yourself on the specific approach you choose.

I did not mean that Section 8 should be treated differently, I added that info in case there was some regulation that I am not aware of that may change people's thought process. 

I am in the closing process of buying my first duplex.

My in-laws would be our go to folks to have eyes on the rehab process and walk rehabs on a regular basis.

But, know the process before you sell.

If I want to terminate the lease what is the legal process for doing so? 

It's just gentrification process from baby boomers/old timer settler to the new tech generation. 

We prefer to make good quality updates to avoid continuous issues but obviously want to keep the costs minimal.

The result of 4 total units is the same as the lot split but it seems like it would be longer to go through the process of splitting the lot as opposed to just adding a primary SB9 unit which you can then add an ADU to.

@Joel HuntYup, so as you've surmised, your borrower processed the 1099 incorrectly.