I think because Im keenly aware of all the weird local laws where I regularly do business, that I dont want to make some simple mistake that might cost me $25k where I don't know the laws, that makes me more willing to hire other agents.

How to keep it simple? 

Our standards for qualifying to rent a unit are simple and fair.

Simple repairs at $ 500 , Insurance at $500 and Insurance at $1,000 and a mortgage of $ 7,500 . 25 % down with 4.75 Interest rate on 30 amortz .

It was as simple as removing the old window, silicone caulk, screw in new window, small bit of low expansion foam, and then fussing with the trim to make it look perfect.

The point of this is to simple have the funds back to move onto the next deal.

At the time the owner moved out the home was worth estimated $300,000.2020 value if sold ~ $500,000I know there will be other calculations (depreciation recapture, etc but for now I'm trying to keep the math simple.

Regarding building an ADU, again it depends on your goals, but the ROI on ADUs in Denver aren't that great and a lot of appraisers don't know how to value them properly since there aren't many comps, so refinancing could potentially be an issue as well.For your first house hack, start simple and go from there.

Going to keep it simple and safe.

HH is super simple and most lenders will qualify your job income pretty quick as long as it's in the industry your degree is for.