The grantor is the person who puts the asset into the trust.The grantor determines the structure of the trust. 

That's why I'm looking for a mentor to help guide through finding the right deal and making it happen

You're doing the right thing with getting preapproved.

Do plan to manage the properties yourselves or do plan to hire a property manager?

We need you on the BiggerPockets podcast @Katlynn Teague because this is one of the best posts I've read in the forums.

Obviously the cash flow following an ADU conversion is much better, but I would only take that step if you are zoned properly and have the funds.I do rent 3 storage units online, and they have been doing great over the last 5 years.

I work primarily in multifamily and short-term rental investing — and over time, I’ve had many conversations with investors about the unfiltered side of real estate: the deals that didn’t go according to plan.Whether it’s unexpected costs, regulatory curveballs, or guest and tenant issues that test your patience, these stories always seem to reveal the same truth — the best investors aren’t just great at finding opportunities; they’re great at managing chaos.Through my investor interviews and real-world deal analyses, I’ve noticed that every “horror story” tends to leave behind one valuable thing: a framework for better decision-making.

Notified the tenants to come check and help secure the doors.

With the holding costs, selling costs, and the current unpredictable appreciation market.

THe majority of the good stuff is sold before it hits the public.I know three investors that bought from the Land Bank and they all went WAY over budget to finish the properties.