Very true and we were kind of thinking about that 3 year time span as well.

That is part of the situation where house hacking isn’t exactly in the cards at the moment.

The Go-Giver: - “Your true worth is determined by how much more you give in value, than you take in payment”The Voice of Knowledge: - “It’s not important to be right, or make others wrong.

Also make sure you understand everything about adding an ADU including value of the ADYPU, financing, impact from rent control, duration between initial expense and initial income, true cash flow (know the 50% rule, at 50% rent ratio initial property tax will be near 20% of income)- educate.  

I believe new construction homes don't cash flow as well, based on what I have read but not sure if true.  

Real estate investing has become a true passion of mine because I love the idea of taking a run-down, neglected property and transforming it into a home where people can truly enjoy living.

What is your roof goes, a heating unit.... you're credit card debt could build up quick as a result of this putting yourself in a bad situation.

Connie this is not true.. there about 15 states that require state license and NMLS in CA you can do HML with a RE Broker license legally.. 

It is important to note that the information provided by the other poster above is only true when you purchase the property first as your primary residence.

Insurance, bank accounts, credit cards, etc.You are probably making your life more complicated and expensive than it needs to be.