Could I just rent it out even if its ruled nonconforming?

We manage around 400 units and have very few Section 8.Some companies and investors build their entire strategy and portfolio around Section 8 and it seems to work well for them.Always underestimate your income and overestimate your expenses.Give yourself an extra margin of safety also.Section 8 has some weird rules that have to be abided by so you might incur extra Capex long term costs.Much success

I can definitely tell you there's still a lot of positive cash flowing and 1% rule deals and you get amazing appreciation.

What are the rules for getting the landscaper to quote the job?

The way I like to look at things is you tell me the rules I play by and I will go out and win the game.

Is there a generic rule anyone follows that tends to work?

Once you step into that brand new shower you created, everything else doesnt matter anymore.

My rules of thumb for op ex ratio:New product 40%1990 2000 product 45%1960 1970 1980 product 50%+

Maybe any legal / Tax rules that are different in CA than out of state.Thanks & Grtx Marc

I had a similar situation in Irvington Nj, a quadplex as well, with four below market tenants. the city's rent control rules: 472-1 Establishment of rents.