I got 2 payments as finder's fees from a developer/builder, and they see it as a line item in their expenses, like paying for drywall.   

I always like looking at underwriting models and what others are looking at, so I'd be happy to review if you have any interest. 

I plan to sell convenience items as well as fresh produce, baked goods, and hot meals.

@Sean Graham, I looked up section 179 but it seems fence is not in the list of qualified items.

Here are the variables you'll need:ARV (After Repair Value)Estimated Repairs (add a 10% contingency)Estimated RentPurchase PriceEstimated PITI (Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance) on the refinance sideIf you know these values and ensure that your all-in cost (purchase price plus repairs) is 75% or less of the ARV, and that your rent will cover PITI + vacancy + maintenance + property management, then it's a deal worth pursuing.The BRRRR model is a fantastic way to build a portfolio and is still very feasible—even in 2024.If you're interested in more info, feel free to shoot me a DM—we can connect, and I'd be happy to assist you.

Just going to use this to button up the house for minor maintenace items. 

Example: "Thanks for the list of repair items.

Hey Ryan, yes I was told that just a cleaning alone, not any repairs, would be around $200-$250 but was shocked when I was sent an itemized bill and was charged $550 to clean a 2BR/2B condo downtown.

Could I do itemized deduction on a schedule E as an individual?

Because the contact (a) knows we exist (b) knows the problems we solve, so now we get into some of the "HOW" items to solving, which NO is not about diving into in depth detail, it's general detail, over-view detail and reinforcing how we are GREAT at delivering those solutions.