It's been sturdy as hell but certain things (like plumbing) were a pain to modernize for him. 

Real estate is not rocket science, stop treating it as such. 

It's just a product of the modern internet age and you are right, they always have a new way of skirting the rules.

Once finished, the stackable duplex will provide two modern rental units in a high-demand Charlotte neighborhood, poised to deliver strong cash flow and long-term appreciation.

Once finished, the stackable duplex will provide two modern rental units in a high-demand Charlotte neighborhood, poised to deliver strong cash flow and long-term appreciation.

I am also planning more extensive renovations to modernize the home, which will further enhance its appeal and value.

Modern self-defense classes almost always begin by focusing on the importance of identifying and avoiding situations where you would ever need to employ the techniques being taught. 

I have all my properties with American Modern and Allstate.  

To determine if the expense should be classified as a capital improvement or a deductible repair, the context of the expense is very important.An example is, if an item of expenditure is part of a general plan of modernization, renovation or rehabilitation to equipment or other business property, it typically must be capitalized even though on its own it would be currently deductible.According to IRS Code, expenses that you must capitalize are those that:Materially increase valueSubstantially prolong useful life (including replacement of deteriorating assets)Adapt the property to a new or different useHowever, you are allowed to deduct expenses and fees for routine maintenance and repairs that help keep the property in efficient operating condition.

@Jorge AbreuIt comes down to John Maxwell's quote: People want to do what you do, but are they willing to do what you did.Real estate is thankfully not rocket science, but it can be challenging and unforgiving.