Unless your building new construction it's nearly impossible to do a garage conversion.

Here are some considerations for making a garage conversion into a good apartment:1.

The conversion to multifamily is relatively easy.

hypothetical tax question. I feel like I’m versed on active v passive losses and the tests required to get to the active column, cost seg and bonus, etc. How long would a property need to be an str to gain the active ...

.: Hi BP Community,I’m an active investor here in Jacksonville, focused on creative financing strategies (Subject-To acquisitions) and value-add conversions My latest deal is a Subject-To property we’re renovating into a 7–8 room PadSplit.

@Matt Settle you can’t verify if anyone is “motivated” until you have a decent conversation with her/him.

Well it might come at a cost.I was just looking at one of many Facebook groups for visitors of Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge and a guest just posted screen shots of their conversation with their "host". 

I run my own brokerage and work hands-on with buyers, sellers, and small investors, so I’m always up for a good conversation about deals, market trends, or creative ways to make a property work harder.Looking forward to networking with you all and contributing where I can!  

You would need to initiate the conversation from your end.And here're some tips: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1222774-expla...

How are the conversations with the wife going?