Also, the number of rented units allowable can change with each iteration of the bylaws (especially in improving neighborhoods) and you may find yourself trapped not being able to rent.

We just put in offer in on our first duplex and have some ideas in mind for changing one side from a 2/1 to a 3/2.

Now fast forward a bit I have two other big problems one the tenant and I agreed to just calculate the square footage of this sunroom and give her a deduction based on the square footage but it is still an issue with a leaking sunroom of doom. 

Some state will have you pay some stamp tax on the change of title, and some will even ask you to pay like it was a sale.

I was hesitant to go for it as it is a big change in my life.

Question: Population change - growthAnswer: census.govQuestion: Unemployment rate lowest to highest per cityAnswer: Question: Job growth (this can also follow suit with major companies coming into cities/towns creating growth)Answer: Once I narrow to a city I feel more confident in researching crime demographics, walkability score, school scores etc. 

It required a city council vote, and a few changes to the overall plat.

This experience provided a fast learning curve.

I plan to spend 2-4 months in each rehab to avoid any risk if the market changes.

Biggest lesson is it's hard to do construction while you're living in it sucks especially when I had to change out the bathtub.