The tangible nature of property investment, coupled with the potential for rental income and capital appreciation, offers a balanced risk-reward ratio.

If you change the nature of the land you are actually creating 4 new pieces of real estate. 

Heating costs go up in winter, as does electricity due to the reduced natural light and more people indoors.

The only exception(s) to this (if any) are the items reflected on theaccompanying Escrow Holdback Agreement, if applicable.Citizens is authorized to disburse the final draw in the amount of $________________ in accordancewith the executed Disbursement Authorization on file.It is understood that, in the event the Borrower(s) are dissatisfied in any way whatsoever with theremaining construction after completion by the General Contractor, their sole recourse is against theGeneral Contractor.Borrower(s) and General Contractor, jointly and severally, agree forever to fully protect, defend, andsave harmless Lender from and against any right, interest, claim, and each and every of them, ofBorrower(s) or General Contractor against the Lender, against all losses, costs, damages, and attorneyfees and expenses of every kind and nature which the Lender may suffer, expend, or incur under or byreason or in consequence of holding the remaining proceeds as provided herein."

Begin with this foundational step, and the rest will naturally align.

The property has natural appreciation approaching $200K since purchase.  

Given the timeline and the nature of these expenses, I'd appreciate any insights or advice from those familiar with tax regulations in such situations.Additionally, I'd like to know if I can claim depreciation, mortgage interest, homeowner's insurance, utilities, HOA dues, and other expenses associated with the rental units of my home from 09/08/2023 to 12/31/2023.

EVERY time we purchase a property(MLS or direct with seller) we present and get signed a Notice to Seller that spells out exactly the nature of the transaction. 

The side effects from operations and radiation treatments left me unable to work.

You don’t necessarily need to be local but there are also misconceptions and rules to follow:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/530/topics/1056436-clearing-up-confusion-on-tax-treatment-of-short-term-rentals