Not to mention, if you do not have any construction experience, you are exposing yourself to a lot of liability and risk by not using a GC, since there are a number of things that could go wrong at each step of the process, which will cost you time, money, and energy.

Awesome and cheap energy use .

While I like not having ALL of my eggs in one basket, it is more economical to just use one basket. 

@Matthew Medcalf I would live at home if you have that option and put all your energy into increasing your income and eliminating your debt as fast as possible.

It seems like your tenant is a reasonable person who understands general economics.

It could have been some Wikipedia, some City Data, I think I looked up crime stats, also looked up some economic data for the city, county and state.

If you don’t already own your house you are probably best doing a house hack given the economics of Seattle. 

@Jay HinrichsI think it is the economics of Zillow offers that makes it interesting.   

For syndication, perhaps the rent increases weren't viable, perhaps the expense decreases work viable, perhaps there were hidden issues that couldn't be determined during due diligence, Etc.Market Risk:  Economic factors can impact any investment.

Plus I need an energy audit and structural engineer to design the foundation (per the city.)