In most cases your better off buying with "All Cash" and then you can use a "Delayed financing" program to get up to 80% cash back LTC loan to cost.

This typically costs money, maybe $.02 -.10 per record.

N these markets the ADUs in SZ zoned areas typically are given a value by appraisers far less than the cost to add the ADU.  

There are a lot of programs available to help with renovation costs being built into the loan on a primary residence purchase.  

Also, calculate potential profits by considering purchase price, renovation costs, comparable sales, and expected rental income or resale value before doing a deeper dive into the specifics. 

What are the operating costs associated with this ?

We had to buy a new fridge for our rental property, which cost about $1000.

The intent is to cut down on the cost of applying for rentals, particularly for renters that have to apply more than once in a competitive market.Do you support this?

My thoughts were the same as yours, but each guest would continue to set it as low as possible.

Another benefit is you can enter the market sooner with a lower cost of entry( down payments 10-15%), helping you scale and make real estate a full-time income source sooner.