So, like everything in life, the work you put in is what makes you successful here.

Like creating a stock portfolio, you could invest in some high appreciation markets and have some cash flow ones to offset the income.If you are thinking long term, appreciation is the way to go and generally at the higher price points.

I do outsource my Taxes, but I meant having a Real Estate Tax Accountant or a CPA who I chat with to help create me a long term strategy.

Keep records of the payment timing to substantiate your reporting if needed.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

It can make life easier when it comes to having to make a business decision and think with your head, rather than your heart. 

The reasoning from 2 was COVID and another said they changed the laws response to 2008. 

Once in service, expenses become deductible, reducing taxable rental income.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Quote from @Renee Everett: Newbie female investor looking to learn more about the BRRR method to create a successful portfolio with my husband. 

You are not a borrower, you are not liable for the debt, you may need to sign the security instrument to allow the mortgage to be recorded, but this does not change the above statements.

Changing locks and holding contents hostage maybe.