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My plan is to diversify my syndications by finding similar players in other good locations.

I envision this portfolio supporting me during my retirement years—though I still plan to work, just in a different capacity than I do today.I recently finished reading "How to Invest in Real Estate: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide" by Josh Dorkin and Brandon Turner, which has been incredibly helpful.

The first step I'm doing is checking with the city zoning to see what they would allow before I get too deep with looking at plans, financing and construction. 

Do you plan to live there forever?

I'm looking to having my mortgages paid off as I plan on early retirement and the rentals are part of my retirement income.  

Can I pay property taxes in January that are due now, then deduct them as well as next years that I will (plan to, anyway) pay in December of next year?

Faux wood floors, new blinds.

The main criteria is consistency with adopted plans.

Do you think that sounds like a good plan?