My accountant's office called me the other day and let me know that I could amend my 2022 tax return and claim losses due to Hurricane Ian to a primary residence property and a investment property. 

I am based in New Zealand and own 4 properties here, but keen to explore investing in the US. 

I’m not confident on my calculations for ARV or Rehab cost and don’t want to get a property under contract if it’s not really a deal.

Not sure if your property is in that area as you are a bit West.

Just because other people might be getting away with it for now doesn't mean they couldn't crack down on you after you buy a property their.

I would like to purchase a three or four Plex and live in one of the units.I understand I can use an FHA loan or conventional loan with only 3 to 5% down in order to get into the property however I live in a very expensive area and the properties I am looking at are currently 700+. 

Getting an appraiser out there in the property is always best while the property is vacant. 

I'm a new property manager, have been hosting my own house on Air BNB for just over a year.  

Lots of advantages for owning your own property. 

I have worked with a number of investors who have moves on properties in the Charlotte area.If there is any way I can help let me know and best of luck.