Otherwise, if they funds will stay invested in the property, use cash out from a refinance as you can fix the interest rate, where typically a HELOC is variable.  

We could go with a Rheem 2-Stage Variable Speed 80% efficient furnace.

Last thing to watch out for is your variable expenses.  

Am I allowed to deduct the percentage of the purchase price for the rented part of the house from my taxes under de minimis and claim the full tax credit as well since it is my primary residence? 

I have found that meet ups with name like social, brew, etc. typically have a higher percentage of newbies than meet up names/groups that are more subject specific.  

Is there a percentage to go by?

What percentages seem like a good deal for you in the Utah area?

Figure a couple thousand dollars or a profit percentage would make it worth it for someone working a regular W-2.thoughts/experiences? 

I am curious what would be a goal percentage for what rent should cover as far as monthly payments?

There are lots of variables