You're probably a couple years out from being able to qualify, but it will probably take that long to build up cash anyway.  

This is correct and often overlooked....yes, you can in some areas, (unless they have the rule about only working on your own residence), but as Dan has said, you will become the GC yourself.

You are also dealing with folks who are financially strapped (that's how they qualify for section 8).

They will tell you if you need a new roof or just a 'tune up' and will give you a quote. then, if they tell you that you should 'qualify' for a new roof, call your homeowner's insurance company, get a claim adjuster out there, and they should approve a new roof with you just paying the deductible.

You can mail your form with payment enclosed to: City of Sacramento, Revenue Division, 915 on I Street.Zero reporting may be submitted via email.Sacramento County STR PermitIf your property falls under the county limits instead of the city, then you need to register for an STR permit here: https://sacramento-ca-str.deckard.com/In order to qualify for a county STR permit, you will need to prove that the property is your primary residence.

The catch is that we own our own business and, unfortunately, can not qualify for a 2 million dollar home on paper.

What does it take to qualify for a Solo 401k?

However, if you put it as a primary residence house, the only liability you will be counted towards is the monthly mortgage payment of the house and removing your rent expenses (since you moved out).

Sorry to bust your bubble, but in Cali you cannot be an owner/builder unless it is your primary residence AND you cannot do more than 2 in 3 years.....

While I reside in California, I manage several properties in Ohio and operate a Short-Term Rental (STR) in Tennessee.