Check out socketsite.comLuxury condos aren't doing hot in SF and there's some examples on that site that are interesting.I think the key here is that it's specific condos some of which were likely overpaid and now we're seeing true value but it's more of unique situation then city wide trend. 

I'm trying to learn what drives the design decisions investors/flippers make and how to work with and for those clients. 

This website and whole BP community is truly amazing- I've learned an incredible amount from thousands of hours spent listening to podcasts, reading posts, and audiobooks over the past few years.

The area that you designate as the home office can potentially be written off on your tax return.For example if your personal residence is 1000 square feet and you use 200 square feet regularly and exclusively related to your freelance business; you can deduct 20% of your utilities, water etc.What you can deduct for the rental business, your home office deduction and personal(non-deductible) can be complicated.

A good way to do this is google Tenant Rights for your states and there are usually easy to understand tenant advocate sites that list them.   

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design.

If I didn't have a design and construction background I would be finding someone who could do it.

I have just started searching the web for properties, as well as reaching out to my small network of investors, agents, and brokers. 

It is designed to provide you with the access to your retirement funds in case of dire personal financial need.

I did ask my lender but I know there’s a lot of experience on this site so I wanted to post it here as well.