Depending on your state, you may be able to enjoy a step up in basis upon the death of a spouse.Non-Community Property StatesIn every state but the community property states, spouses are treated as joint tenants with rights of survivorship (JTROS).

-Treat your tenants right, like humans and not just a cash account. 

Good luck finding Sellers or Agents that offer CLEAR TITLE by credit card purchase - without requiring it to be treated the same as a cash advance!

I'd focus on guests' experience, with thoughtful treats and amenities that create memorable stays.

The losses could be used against other sources of passive income and that is it.If it is a standard self storage model, and thus treated as rental income, then in order to get anything other than passive treatment you would needs REPS status. 

I would like to find someone that can identify things that a) don't have asbestos and thus don't need to be tested (e.g. kitchen cabinets)b) things that  90%+ likely to have asbestos and thus should be treated as having asbestos (i.e. handle with extreme caution.3) Is there some certification that I can get that states that a home is asbestos free? 

It's a pure business decision, so treat it as such.

The insulation is easy to have a company remove, the mold is easy to test and determine how to treat, and the chimney work as well could be negotiated.I have actually only ever said no to one or two inspection items.

They are good tenants and you should continue treating them with the respect and consideration of nice neighbor. 

Your profile mentions that you are a real estate agent - You want to have a conversation to see if you potentially are eligible to claim real estate professional status which would allow you to treat your rental losses as active instead of passive.Also have a conversation if you are required to make estimated tax payments since there is no withholding on your commissions.Lastly, your profile mentions you are in Florida which does not have a state income tax which opens you up to more options for choosing an accountant.