I'm actively seeking to expand my network and build meaningful relationships with fellow investors and collaborators interested in growth and opportunity within real estate.

It is also my understanding that this would result in large tax returns (from depreciation offsetting my other active income) that I could use to continue to expand my portfolio. 

🌞6️⃣ Rental Income Deductions: Earn income & deduct related expenses.7️⃣ Home Equity Loan Interest: Deduct interest if used to improve your home.8️⃣ Military Moving Expenses: Active-duty?

The latter two are more semi-active income with some infrastructure buildout needed, but HipCamp has been pretty cool to the point we're making plans to add a few more campsites and some basic amenities. 

Meaning its a full documentation loan and you will need active income to qualify and only can go up to 50% debt to income ratio.

A Solo 401k which is exempt from UBIT on leveraged real estate may be a better option if you have legitimate self employment activity. 

I think for at least one of mine (it's been a long time) it was just a letter that my commander had to sign, basically saying I was in the military, behaving myself, and the Air Force wasn't trying to actively kick me out.

I am looking for a way to log all the hours and activity spent on the properties. 1. 

Lots of good advice above- I think an active, professional network of pros that know and trust each other is essential.

I have suspended Passive Activity loss that would reduce the gain, but not eliminate the gain from tax POV.