I can see the benefits to either option: having 5 properties cash flowing as much or more than 10+ levered properties is powerful and takes a lot of stress off of you.

She’s just a good person, period, and anyone she works with will benefit from her expertise.If you’re considering investing in Cleveland or need help with an out-of-state property, do yourself a favor and contact Melissa.

I offer them a cash down payment so they get a lump sum up front, and educate them on the tax benefits to them of taking the rest of their money over time.  

Ensure the appraiser accounted for things like the square footage, recent improvements, location benefits, or other factors that impact value.

My intention was to minimize my reported taxable income after taking expenses against the earnings through the LLC.I don't see how this would benefit you tax wise.In fact, I would be concerned that by mixing personal business (rental property in your name) with the LLC that you could basically nullify the liability protection the LLC offers  allowing anyone who sues you to pierce your corporate veil because of this co-mingling. 

.😂  I’m not a skilled handyman,  but could be the worlds best helper if it benefits me. :-)

She’s just a good person, period, and anyone she works with will benefit from her expertise.If you’re considering investing in Cleveland or need help with an out-of-state property, do yourself a favor and contact Melissa.

Quote from @Spencer Dixon: I'm familiar with concept and benefits of bonus depreciation but I'm not sure where the current law stands and the bill that was floating around congress.

And if so, what are the benefits of section 8 if the only guarantee is the direct deposit and yearly inspection?

How will tax benefits break down?