That being said, I'm sure you can also empathize with me that it's not ideal to know you're only producing income when the drill is spinning. 

Many CPAs will not know how to utilize these real estate programs.If you as investors need to show financials and do some modification on the financials to collapse or whatnot, the CPA might or might not do it on their QB.

I also plan on renting both sides out, but having the possibility of falling back there as a plan B-C if this spring does not produce a primary residence for me. 

Real Estate Investors--I am new to the game and I am looking to produce a cash flow of $500-800 per month in the Kansas and Ohio markets.

Utilizing some of the technological resources out there (shared calendars, project status updates, clear email chains) to keep all team members on the same page for this project has been key.

-Future sight is that this property is zone for multifamily, so being able to utilize the lot might affect its value.

This doesn't mean every deal will produce the same results but I know these stories deffinitly helped me starting out and can give you confidence moving forward. 

—What is the max you would pay for a property where rents are $5,000 total, assume a 4-Unit and assume tenants pay utilities, renovated turn key.

Any thoughts on how I might utilize a VA for this or which service to use?

Basement pipes are dripping and utility tub is filled up and I am very cautious in using water inside the property.