We utilize email campaigns and the response declines every year.  

Closing costs, commissions, property taxes, utilities, interest, and many more costs are always a factor.

I want to add onto the existing house and create an apartment as part of the extension.

I don’t know anything about running gas stations but if you do, I recommend getting extensive insurance coverage for environmental land contamination. 

I'm new to the investing world and am looking to utilize some home equity to make a purchase by end of year.

Can I deduct any expenses incurred throughout the entire year 2023 for that property such as utilities, insurance, repairs, mileage, maintenance and improvements?

If you still are unsure, have them send you a copy of their most recent (FPL) utility bill.

With more people working remotely, a dedicated office could be a big draw, and a workout space adds value without requiring extensive renovations.

Plus covered garage parking and all utilities included. 

I looked into DSCR and spoke to a few lenders, but it seems I need to have 2 years of rental property ownership before I can utilize; I'm only approaching my 1st year of renting by the room, so I assume I'd need to wait another year before I can look into DSCR.