Would it be a good idea to add more sqft and an additional bathroom to make the value of the home appraise for more?

My tenants are contractors, those guys you see working on the large upright structures of steel at a petrochemical refinery. 

Certain legal structures can help securely and cost effectively own property in numerous states though.Please share here if you have any concerns about how to deal with potential legal liability in multiple jurisdictions.

Kitchens, bathrooms, etc.).

Kitchens, bathrooms, etc.).

What are your thoughts on how this agreement should be structured?

He said he and his repair-man are going to come over tomorrow to see about a different approach to fixing the pipe with the electrical tape currently on it, and 'spray' the mold in the kitchen (and in the Master Bathroom, another location with 'suspicious looking' spots).    

You could spend 10+ years building a 30 property portfolio for example and lose half of the properties in one lawsuit if they're not structures appropriately.

You could spend 10+ years building a 30 property portfolio for example and lose half of the properties in one lawsuit if they're not structured appropriately and you run into that 300k settlement.

For example not living in your ideal neighborhood, a little longer commute to work, one less bathroom, etc.