You should have a strong lease set up for them to sign & also establish your renting criteria.

It's possible to have a legal basement unit, but usually basement units are not legal units so I'd strongly urge you to ask the building department (NOT tax assessor) the number of legal units on that property, if possible get a zoning certificate confirming that number, etc.

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While my profile to borrow is strong, I'm having trouble finding financing due to this non-warrantability.Any tips on how I can find a loan?

As such, we would strongly prefer an agent who focuses on this area as well instead of the NYC area.We have looked at about a dozen properties on our own already but really could use the added expertise an agent would offer.

As far as I know, the market is strong in California and you should have no problem finding a renter at market rate for a one-year lease.Secondly, most renters that ask for a lease longer than one year tend to break it early.

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If you're really committed to investing and building long-term wealth, you'll get your financial house in order first, you'll hustle and save money, and then you'll start with a strong foundation and increase your chances of success.

1) Will a homeowner like the idea of an Income Producing home, but limited yard privacy Or2) would they prefer a nice private yardThank you in advance!

@Hilda Onyechi Most areas in Austin offer strong growth, especially those that you listed.