I list some of my requirements:  the minimum credit score, income requirement, and background check / eviction requirements in my ad. 

Six local restaurants made Yelp’s Top 100 Chinese Cuisine list!

This listing is off the MLS.

Most of what you listed above are expenses.

Finding the Right Deal:Investors often rely on off-market deals (not listed publicly) or network connections.

I have a list of PM's my clients work with in Cincinnati I can share.

Only @Melanie P. touched on a fact that I never hear; the GIANT waiting list of LEGAL immigrants who have been long delayed because of ILLEGAL immigration. 

Is my accountant accurate in stating I cannot deduct the expenses related to the property if it's not listed in an LLC?

Fire marshall should have provided something in writing to you either a list of what needs to be done or reference a code.

Quote from @Nitesh Chand: This is a question your property manager or realtor should be able to answer for you.Since the tenants have occupied for less than a year, I believe you have to give 60 days notice to the tenant before you can list the property.