@Sherelle Montague That’s a smart move—especially locking in a property with both units under one loan and using the assistance to keep cash reserves for repairs and surprises.

I closed on a duplex style single family home in June 2025 and within 1 month had the bottum unit rented and I do co-living on the top; owner occupied.  

If you continue working as a tax accountant for the big four in the Boston area, you will likely make $100,000 in a few years.If you want better hours, look to work for a small firm(less than 25 people) and you will likely work 40 hours a week most of the year and 55 hours for like 2-3 months.If you work as an assistant, you will likely make close to minimum wage. 

I see this thread was from 20+ days ago, but I wanted to add from a business-owner perspective, virtual assistants can be very valuable.

Quote from @Joseph Bushnell: This is a weird one for me, I have a friend that wants me to help him convert his motel "with restaurant attached" into an assisted living facility.

I have to finish remodeling the upper unit (my unit) and the lower unit lease was just renewed, they're quiet, pay on time, low maintenance, been there for ten years and we just renewed.

Looking for advice on how best to proceed with a two unit renovation.

I have to finish remodeling the upper unit (my unit) and the lower unit lease was just renewed, they're quiet, pay on time, low maintenance, been there for ten years and we just renewed.

Quote from @Dalton Foote: Anyone know of someone in Florida investing and building storage units?

The “FHA 4-unit → cash homes → debt-free” route hits a nice balance between growth and risk reduction.A few things to watch out for though:FHA Rules: You’ll need to live in one of the units for at least 12 months to satisfy the owner-occupancy requirement.