The problem with this is that they tend to place INCOME as the main feature of any investment they’re currently considering, and their decision making process centers around how a particular investment will fit into their ULTIMATE portfolio, the one that is large enough to generate all that income which will replace their earnings, and still grow enough to offset inflation.In my opinion, what the investor in this situation should be doing is concentrating on WEALTH BUILDING, not passive income.  

Im interested in knowing the process on possibly converting existing garage/mechanic shop space into restaurant space.

If you have a track record of success this may be alittle easier moving forward but lenders like to see your money in the deal, and the more of it the happier they are.

When renting a duplex, what have been some of the best way you have found tenants & what is your process to screen them? 

Nearby Savannah or Providence a couple of years ago tired to prohibit Sec 8, and the investors were able to successfully fight that. 

Foreclosure is a lengthy and expensive process. 

You won't believe how effective that is.Accordingly, it makes sense to get the documentation that the largest most successful landlord is using in your property location and follow in his footsteps by capturing his language and process.

Everyone keeps talking about how great it is and just set your processes around them.

I am in the process of remodeling the kitchen and both bathrooms.

You learn though the ups and down, the key to success in this journey is not to make the same mistake twice. best of luck, Johana.