I have seen to many people try to do taxes themselves and then we have to go back 3 years and amend the returns because the taxpayer either is exposing themselves to audit risk or missed out on a great deduction that would have resulted in a larger refund 

Example: "I want to build financial independence through real estate investing.

I have faced this for many years and has not been an issue (yet), and survived the scrutiny of an audit.

What's missing from entire syndication industry is kind of independent financial analyst and/or journalism that's focusing on syndication world only.For example if we have one magazine that can do and verify the legit aspect of all syndication that's available in the country, then that would be extremely helpful for common basic investor.Meanwhile the independent financial analyst can give their insight to particular trend or syndication.

Keep in mind if you do get audited, your receipts from grocery stores, local entertainment, etc could substantiate your claim.

Independent of the rent if the law allows. 

Curious - please elaborate.Unless the major businesses in the DFW fold and collapse, I would be interested in hearing why you feel DFW, independent to any other Metroplex would 'decline significantly'. thank you in advance for your candor.

Would you recommend hiring an independent adjuster to work with the insurance company?

Have you contacted an independent agent there? 

You will always need the OTAs to help you build and refresh your email list but over time the dependency will shrink and you’ll create a solid independent direct booking business.