Security Deposits / Escrow: If you would like to use Baselane for an escrow account, you can simply open another sub account that is separate from your day-to-day activities.

If you brought your spouse and 2 kids with you, and you could argue all of your argue of your time on the trip was looking at real estate, and your personal business and activity circumstance defends being able to immediately deduct it and not treat it as a start up cost... likely 75% of much of the travel costs (airfare, food, etc) would be non-deductible. 

ThanksIn regards to interest income, it depends on if you’re active or passive.

I’m also actively involved in the Mastermind, Skool, Realtor, investor, date trading, marketing and jeweler communities that have been like family to me, helping me grow and collaborate.Health and wealth, both physical and spiritual, are important to me.

With the holiday season approaching, a significant donation to your favorite non-profit or church could provide a tax deduction while supporting a cause you care about.Ultimately, the right strategies really depend on your overall situation, and we’d need more details to offer more specific advice.

It doesn't sound like you have an entity so you wouldn't create an entity/business account.I would suggest another personal bank account just for your rental activity.

he is very active on LinkedIn.And then there are these forums, too, and asking questions.  

Property is considered unclaimed if there has been no contact or activity with the rightful owner for a set period of time, usually 3 to 5 years."

I’ve lived all over the country being an active duty member of the military so I’ve had the opportunity to get a feel of the market in OH.

We are over 20 experienced CPAs active in these forums, many of whom specialize in assisting real estate investors like yourself.