Fortunately, you will be able to to a 1033 exchange into new property and avoid any tax on the gain. 

It was rented before I even got a chance to put it on the market.

good company I have used them in the Sacramento CA market as they are SF based or were when i did my deal with them..

We found this deal on the market.

Like with anywhere else: location, pricing and the overall house you intend to build will play a factor in your profits.

Like many real estate projects, we expect her to bring:- Joy- Wonder- Tears- Unexpected Costs- Anxiety- FulfillmentExcited to embark on this ultimate life project and grateful for all the support as we “build” our family!

A mortgage lender told me to use a DSCR loan and just move in to the property as a primary residence?!

JV Partnership How did you add value to the deal?

Welcome to BP.One of the things to consider is we have 3 different states in the area with wildly different laws on this topic.

You'll spend a lot of time (sounds like you may have already) spinning your wheels in trying to find the right lender, whereas a solid broker can pair you up with the right fit right away and get your project moving.