I get how valuable your legal partners can be, but judging from a lot of the posts on here that are akin to "I've decided to remove my own appendix and save money...does anyone know where I can get 10-blade", most real estate investors will struggle to understand your value.

Only appropriate potted plants and other outdoor furniture are permitted on patios, decks and balconies.

Repainted interior & exterior, improved curb appeal with landscaping and shutters, and tackled a very large deck.

Any advice on preferred property layouts or amenities that perform best in this sub-market (for example, decks, hot tub, lake view, or easy winter access)?

A 5-bed, 3200 sq ft home with a golf sim, basement bar, deck, and prime spot near the train/I-80/355?

Being close to the path or having really cool amenities (ie: roof top deck, spacious backyard, dedicated parking) can yield some strong rents as well.

Here area few other options:Basis adjustments: Add in every improvement you made over the 30 years—kitchen remodels, roof, windows, decks, etc.

Looks OK @Jonathan Snider, but there are some glaring things that jump out to me from the get.First, I would fix that deck.

OK.You have a CRAZY soft spot here so the DECKING also needs to be replaced there... and when we do it, some of those pieces of brick simply aren't going to stay on as they were already a little LOOSE...

That usually means they’ll either (a) say no outright or (b) charge you so much in points/interest it kills the deal.Couple thoughts:Refi + new HELOC: If you refi to roll the old HELOC in, your payment/tax bill goes up, but you’re basically resetting the deck and giving yourself a clean slate for a new HELOC.