It might be easier to treat it as a full scenario with Purchase price, Down payment, Term, Prorgam, occupany, number of units/rents per door, Taxes/Insurance (Any flood, HOA) etc. 

Which is the smarter option to take financially in long term, buying a new construction or resale house as a primary residence?

I'm open to this but would like to charge a monthly pet fee or a one time fee (per a year long lease). 

I heard that short term loophole is a one time benefit that you get the year you start service.

. - These are the two channels where these companies will seek out listings for their housing requests.Longer term you should be networking with businesses in the area that are known for having housing needs for their employees.

Hey all,Long time follower.

I realize I'll need to look at zoning, put together a site plan, etc. to know exactly what's possible in terms of how many units can fit on the site.

It does take a little playing around with the numbers and knowing what you are comfortable with in terms of risk.

Depends on your long term outlook.

If you're coming back to SD and want to live in the home you have here for the long haul, it's nice security to pay it down.