@Ed Ventura the 5% FHA seems like it would fit your current cash situation pretty well.

For me it’s not a one size fits all type of situation.

It all depends on the situation.

Therefore, Val was totally right to ask about the security situation.

I would follow-up with a letter as others have stated, but if no action was taken I would trim off any branches that over hang my property eliminating my own liability in the situation. 

Given your situation, one strategy that could work really well for you is the BRRRR method (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat). 

Make sure you situate (if you plan to) prior is crucial.

You haven't given many details so it's difficult to give you a quality answer for your situation.

Lots of ways to improve the situation.   

It’s unlikely to provide the immediate tax write-off you're envisioning.I’d recommend consulting a CPA to clarify your situation, especially if you’re splitting usage between personal and rental.