I'm meeting with my agent today to discuss, but remember, this is my first time purchasing a home/investment so any insight would be appreciated.My closing date is scheduled for 11/22 - this is coming up fast!

and want to build new a larger house to accommodate.

Quote from @Tessa Tsui: You claim to have read those articles before, but you are using the wrong terminology and asking a question that is clearly answered by the resources Russell provided.

@Edward SegaarBigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate accountant. 

I was scared to even park in these places.

Growing massively! 

Check out the exceptions to the law as it does not apply to all rentals:https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/good-c...If it did apply to you, month-to-month agreements would still allow you to do rent increases any time.

Find him a place to move to.

I'm here to help!

San Diego will have a ton to go to with how many people are in the area investing.