However, like other tax rules each situation is unique to each individual and there are regulations that must be followed for the deduction to be applicable.What is an Investment Interest Expense?

Investors just need to look for unique opportunities that can compete in the current market.

The theme that I find across the board is that people will be fleeced to their level of ignorance.

In general, travel for business(education, networking) is deductible if you are already in a trade or business(I.E. have a rental, flip).There are unique rules to deduct foreign travel costs.attendees may have a more difficult time writing off the cost of the trip if they add significant vacation days(no business) before or after the trip.However, you can plan properly to make the trip 100% deductible.

Is this unique to Texas where I own the properties and the LLC? 

Each home has to be viewed independently as each has unique characteristics.

Each of these areas has its unique flavor and offers opportunities to invest in affordable yet attractive properties to potential tenants. 

Alternatively, if you're looking for help finding your next investment just let me know - I come across off market deals as well that might fit your criteria (for instance right now I have an off market unique multi-family in Matthews). 

The unique advantage of real estate as an asset class is the leverage you can apply using other people's money.

@Sarah Kensinger what types of unique outdoor designs do you employ.