It also has enough sq. ft. to accommodate the additional unit without having to consider it an efficiency unit.But also agree, we'll just start simple with adding more living space / the duplex down, and keep things flexible for the future.  

I'm all for safe housing and keep up with any issues on my properties but this is insane.

It’ll save you headaches later if she tries to escalate things.Document Everything: Take pictures, write down the history of your interactions etcOffer a Transition Plan: Just like my client, I’d recomend offering her a temporary storage option nearby, or even a small rent discount, to show you’re not trying to kick her out - just keeping the property safe and up to code.

Please keep us posted on how it works out when all is wrapped up with the tenant.We recently were looking at a duplex that we wanted to buy, but the current tenants (in both units) had pit bulls.

Can keep track of different tenants.

Keep learning and running the numbers—you're on the right track!

Add it to your expenses, call it a day, and keep a satisfied tenant.

Keep in mind that the sponsors with the longer track records and deeper bench of investors are unlikely to use some of the newer exemptions. 

Thank you for keeping everyone updated, Scott.

Hi Geoff,In my opinion, keeping your current home as a rental property could be a smart move.