Fortunately, we are in position that we can indefinitely absorb the reduced income that our STRs are producing.Good luck

Reduce local building expenses, fees, encourage investments where people want to be.

Learning those things on your own property will then reduce the risk when it's time to buy a property that may not be owner occupied. 

If you're bookings are reduced look at your competition and what amenities are they offering.

This waiting period helps ensure that the loan meets their guidelines and reduces risk for the lender.

Wholesale house bought from "Invest with Ben"New LVP throughout (Carpet in bedrooms)New KitchenNew WindowsNew BathroomsPaint ThroughoutFinishes/Fixtures/Minor plumbing work as well as front door replacementLandscaping/Very little outside work$153k purchase ~$46k rehab (Used our own guys so was able to get labor at cost)Sold for $242k3/2 ranch 1200 sq ft with a 2 car garage. 

Why is he now entitled to fruits of my labor, my knowledge and education?

Sure, investing when construction is nearly complete reduces risk but doesn’t eliminate it.

By expensing items instead of depreciating them, you might reduce future depreciation recapture.

You can deduct expenses like mortgage interest, property taxes, insurance, repairs, and maintenance costs from your rental income.The biggest advantage is depreciation—this allows you to deduct a portion of the property’s value (excluding land) over time, significantly reducing taxable rental income.