And, I didn't include any additional padding for inflation!

Portfolio = Income derived from financial instruments like dividends (including REITs), interest, royalties, and capital gains.Mostly income w/out loss potential, and favorable tax rates.Cap losses may offset cap gains w up to $3,000 loss.

This gives me more money to add to my" snowball method" if I choose, or to handle emergencies in the meantime that can be cashflowed.I am currently dealing with a TVM scenario between a house that is currently listed as a flip and one that is almost finished that we planned to buy and hold.

@Joshua Piche I think you need to pay relocation expenses in california if you want them to vacate for you to reno and potentially increase rent so get  a good understanding of the law and how it would allow you to raise the rent including any relocation cost.  

Get the GC to include it as part of his costs, and then he'll bill you for the utility as part of his invoices. 

We're seeing VERY attractive interest rates, $ towards closing costs, and appliances, blinds, etc. included in most new build inventory now.

Is the home interior high quality with high quality finishes?  

This includes taking full advantage of available deductions, using tax-deferred or tax-advantaged accounts, and choosing the right business entities or investment structures.

I have a number of questions about how best to approach this from a legal and operational standpoint, including ownership structures, liability considerations, use agreements, and any zoning or permitting concerns that might arise.I welcome all thoughts, ideas, connections, etc, and have some specific questions around:1.

The only question would be how to include your 2 small commercial units in the blanket loan.