I think tax benefits should be secondary to buying something that would work well as a STR.I would recommend you consult a tax professional to see what possible tax benefits you could receive from buying this STR.

They offer great advice on handling these situations, including tips on dealing with the sheriff and eviction procedure, as well as navigating money judgment collection.In terms of whether you should hire a lawyer or manage it yourself, it depends on the complexity of your specific case and your comfort level with the process.

If you want to take pictures of some of the work you did, you could save that in a Google drive as well. 

It’s still flying under the radar for a lot of investors, but the fundamentals are strong.Detroit offers:•Affordable Multifamily Options – You can still pick up 2-4 unit properties at prices well below most major markets, often with strong rent-to-price ratios.

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A well connected agent can also tap into their network.. for instance, probate attorneys might know of people seeking short-term solutions.

I'd love feedback and advice from those of you who are well ahead of me.

However, the MLS in San Diego as well as the appraisers I've worked with do.You'll definitely want to check to see how the topic is addressed in the particular locale the property is in. 

We want to get a few rentals up and running and then (if all works well) begin bringing other friends/investors in to invest with us.