According to HUD guidelines, they should provide you a letter from a healthcare professional, licensed in your state, indicating the need for an ESA, and mentioning an ongoing relationship.  

The IRS considers rental income "passive," and losses can only offset other passive income unless you qualify as a Real Estate Professional. 

It is best to consult with a professional.

Despite the mess I was in, she stepped in and took charge of selling my property with absolute professionalism.

Do not be argumentative or combative but professional.

They are responsive, professional, and pleasant to work with.

A lot of people want to buy out of state to chase cash flows and get really excited when they see the returns, but they fail to really get to know an area.Classifications of A,B,C or D are really opinion based, but if you speak to professionals who really know what they are doing, they will generally agree across the board on what area falls into what class. 

This includes hiring an inspector to check for structural problems, arranging for a pest inspection, and getting a professional appraisal to ensure the property's value matches the bank's asking price.

WELL THEN, WHY DID THE PROFESSIONAL EXPERT IN PROPERTY VALUATION ARRIVE AT A DIFFERENT ANSWER? 

Despite the mess I was in, she stepped in and took charge of selling my property with absolute professionalism.