For my car, I saved $200 a year on insurance by not getting coverage for my front windshield (which when I did have it replaced cost me...$200).  

I would not buy a new vehicle just to get a write off - Only if you planned to get a new car anyway(I.E. if your old car is worn out).A lot of people are focused on deducitons but not focused on the income coming in / out.Best of luck!

Cary is definitely more restrictive in their zoning and permitting, and lot requirements.

This is typically done 3x a year.Hire a company to deep clean the washing machine, drier, and dishwasher.Reimburse us for the combined 8 hours we have now spent on cleaning the home.Repaint the walls, at minimum in the basement.Prorate our rent for the days we are unable to be in the home due to the current issues and any repair time.Please let us know how you would like to proceed.Thank you,Sindy and Cary"You need a professional property manager!

All they can say is no.If they Cary back a 2nd for the downpayment or more. 

The rental insurance doesn’t protect you in this example, driving a car is the most risky thing we all do. 

Second: writing off the full cost of a new car is badly overhyped.

Second: writing off the full cost of a new car is badly overhyped.

@Barre Gambling I am curious... in your opinion, is our area in central NC underserved outside of the Raleigh-Cary-Durham MSAs?

If I could use that money to purchase more real estate and then finance the car I would probably take that option.