I guess I always played it safe because of the security blanket it offered me.

EvanThankfully I am 100% up to speed and educated now from learning from this person.I cannot believe how lucky I must have been over the past few years with my investments- its like literally flipping a coin 600+ times and was able to call the right one 95%+ of the time - I am just THAT lucky - I may go play mega millions. 

But I'll play along...   

I have truly realized how realtors play an invaluable piece of this puzzle I am trying to put together. 

What role does being named "Additional Insured" play within the context of a Lender?

And on top of that, I’d be paying rent or a mortgage somewhere else.I understand real estate is a long-term investment and that appreciation and equity plays a role, but losing money month after month, even post-move-out, is hard to justify.

If she wants to play in small claims court and waste everyone's time you can't stop her.

He plays the game and was able to let them use 100% of my lease agreements amounts.

Quote from @Alex Todd: @Basit Siddiqi and @Sean Graham let’s play this out a bit for discussions sake.$3M MF property, depreciation and mortgage interest are ~$180,000.

But you have to play the hand your dealt in areas you live and work in..