I'm starting out doing redeemable tax deeds and going to auctions where everybody has "bigger pockets" than I do.

Secondly, the homeowner would need to cooperate as she would need to submit a bunch of paperwork including income statements, tax returns, etc. for the Short Sale application to show that she is insolvent.  

I am about to graduate college in May 2025, and will be making about $120k (pre tax) in my full time job postgrad (Washington DC area).

Get a signed bill of sale including the furniture at closing for tax depreciation.Communication is key! 

Additionally, most servicers will provide the tax documents needed at end of year (1099-INT, 1098-INT) and can also issue notices of NSF, late payments and support delinquency /default.

But, you still own house and benefits are as follows.1. tax benefits2. principal payoff on your note.3.

You can take any proceeds tax free and roll into a different investment. 

I guess that tipped him off that I, or someone, was coming, because the new contractor got a call from Chris.

Knows real estate tax write-offs and how I can best apply them!

You also mentioned you started pretty young, I am 18 and just purchased my first college rental, any tips?