I am not afraid to swing a hammer, but I am also hoping for exposure to the business / deal side of things.

If Toronto is hot like Denver, any home that's been on the market for more than maybe two weeks can develop a stigma.

These properties or parcels of land just kind of get tossed to the side to be forgotten.

. $400 per transaction side is what I've found so far ($800 total).

So maybe just analyze it as if both units were rented out and if it’s a good deal it’s probably a good deal with me living in one side. 

Can you guys advise or give suggestion on any area that will soon be HOT in Florida, lets say 3 to 4 years from now where i can see about 50 percent apprecition in price. thanks.

Again, I house hacked by living in one side and renting the other side to a retired electrician.

Welcome.I was a G.C. for 20yrs in Houston (south side mostly) and have been flipping / consulting on REI deals for 15yrs. 

Purchased first property through conventional financing on May 1st, 2018.. had around 30k saved and was able to get a lower down payment since i'm living in one side (all you guys know this process i'm sure) 10k in savings now.

I understand my strengths are going to be on the rehab side due to my relationships with trades/vendors and overall experience in construction.