I make sure to be there when the appraiser is visiting the home and print out data on appreciation rates and comps and give him/her a personal opinion on where we believe the home should be appraised at.

When you finally get them on the ropes, they pack up and move out never to be seen again.

Thanks @Abel Curiel for the data on multifamily properties and markets.

I just got my first renters and I am finally in full tilt!

I finally took the plunge and have become a real estate professional.

Check out  - https://www.ruidoso-nm.gov/short-term-rentalsThat is all the data to get started on the permit but still check if the neighborhood has an HOA and what the rules are.

After multiple calls and emails about the matter (even involving the local HUD office), I finally get a response that says "Unfortunately, HACW is experiencing a temporary shortfall of funding and will be unable to pay the HAP amount for this month..."

Or did you run some numbers or have some other set of data you're using to come to the conclusion that Westmoreland County is, in fact, an area conducive to being profitable in house hacking?

Quote from @Rud Sev: Hi Michael,Thank you, I will message my CPA asking for a more detailed explanation.I've been inquisitive with my CPA, but unless I ask question I do not get explanation (and unfortunately not a walk-through), although I've shown interest understanding this further and further.I'll try to reformulate my question more clearer (and with more data) - the problem that I have and will have is figuring out if my questions and confusion are due to a lack of understanding on my part, or my CPA is truly making mistakes.Regarding carry back, thank you for this info.

Once I gave in and bought a few only to not have assistance and no clear direction so frustration took over and I was still learning but needed direction, I finally found a group of investors to help me,  guide me,  and teach me the ins and outs of the industry.If I am not working deals learning the ropes or watching videos for extra information in real estate investing you can find me at my full time career as a Auto Injury Claims Specialist with big red.