But then say you're ok with her using it, and there's no problem, just as long as she pays extra.

You can locate that office in your living space as long as you can close it off and personal things will not distract you.  

I think your within your rights to retain the holding deposit as long as the holding deposit agreement had the clause of HOA 30 day term for approval. 

Therefore, it may be best to transfer the 401k to an IRA and then take a 60 day distribution from the IRA which will not be subject to taxes or penalties as long as you deposit the funds back to the IRA within 60 days.

As long as you keep making the payments, the mortgage lender doesn't care.Check the property records and with the county to make sure that you are Ok to rent the main house and live in the guest house.

You could locate your office in your living home as long as you can close it off and has minimal distractions that are personal.  

That's the beauty of real estate, there's no right or wrong way to do it as long as you're making money! 

I could care less about FICO or anything else. as long as the cash is there and I have my own valuation to make sure they did not pay way too much..

I don't get hung up on ARV for rentals as cashflow is much more important, as long as you are buying it right, and making smart repairs.

Hi@Allan Glass, This is excellent idea as long as you can fill the space with people in particular field.Having same business interest can create very good community...As this thread started 5 month back, Have you started any site..?