So I went over with some batteries, popped it open with my fingers, and changed the batteries (2 AA).

You also don't want to over-improve but if you're keeping it as a rental you don't want to have to replace them within the first few years either. 

I'm willing to hold onto this house for another year or two to see if it improves. 

I'm looking to deduct HELOC interest for costs related to making improvements on a primary home that is also used as a rental.

Bob, what type of improvements did you have to make?

When she left a discussion followed and no one could believe she was reporting her landlord who had made so many improvements to her residence.

I’m not going to go into detail here as to what exactly happened bc I don’t want to help her improve her process but you can message me privately if interested and happy to tell you.

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@Melodee LucidoI saw you had mention in a post quite a few years back that John played a role in improving your business.

My personal insurance nightmare started on Sept. 10th and required $120K in improvements during the past four weeks.