So I need to have the carpets cleaned professionally each year, and my cleaner has to use a home machine to spot clean about every month in the summer, when it is fully booked. 

About deeds, about financing costs about trusting when an area will likely rise in value Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

But IF the property in question is in compliance with all code, and provides a safe and secure environment, all problems are timely addressed and corrected, and the property is maintained on a professional level, then the investor who has a large capital investment in the property should be entitled to enforce any contracts providing him with the agreed to cash flow. 

As far as I know there isn't clear guidance on this topic from the IRS, but most professionals take a similar view as Melanie above.

Readers should seek professional advice.

Readers should seek professional advice.

It would be nice to be able to have a direct connect with hospitals that pay for traveling professionals lodging.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Readers are advised to seek professional advice.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?