It may make less cash flow/ per month but in may cases in the long run after PM fees and Repair costs, many times it turns out similar.   

We have sold (tax free), kept as long term and/or short term rentals as well.

Hello @Dana Gaglion,This is not legal advice... plenty of great attorneys in NY will offer a free consultation so I'd recommend going that route.

Interest income is interest income, unless you decided to roll some of the current cash into a self directed IRA at which point your interest income would be deferred for a later time and allow your funds to grow tax free.

More work, more time but you can take advantage of a nice cost segregation / bonus depreciationThis is the truth! 

to save costs, and responses sometimes took weeks.

It cost about $100K, but it would have cost around $200K if she were to do it from scratch.

Figuring out the true cost will heavily depend on the type of dig down, depth, and total square footage. 

Here are some trends that could play out, or further develop in 2025.Leasing & Tenant Experience AI-Powered Leasing: Chatbots and AI tools will streamline leasing processes, from answering tenant inquiries to scheduling tours.Virtual Tours & Digital Leasing: These will become even more standard, making it easier for tenants to rent remotely.TechnologySmart Property Management: IoT devices (smart locks, thermostats, etc.) will become more common, improving efficiency and tenant satisfaction.Property Management Software: Platforms will integrate more AI for predictive maintenance, rent collection, and financial reporting.SustainabilityGreen building practices and energy-efficient upgrades will be a major focus, driven by tenant demand and potential incentives.AI & AutomationAI will play a bigger role in tenant screening, rent pricing optimization, and even predicting market trends.Automation will handle repetitive tasks like maintenance requests and lease renewals, freeing up PMs for higher-level activities.I'm sure there are plenty more shifting trends that I haven't mentioned and that are sure to evolve over the next year. 

This can often be cost-prohibitive.