Over the years the only place I have lost money is the stock market.

@Ross DerouenBigger Pockets is a great place to find an accountant specializing in real estate taxation.A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant specializing in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.Consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for an accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

I spent 2.5 years getting all the utilities to the property.

The energy in the market is shifting, and we are anticipating that the January data reports, which will be released shortly, will reflect this momentum.The chart below shows the annual cycle of decreasing inventory in Q1 every year for the past 5 years.

He gives an example of 123 Main street (total profit/total invested capital)/time in years.

Out of pocket, it is at least $1000 a year but I think it is worth it in the long run.

If I were to purchase an Airstream to use as lodging while I travel across the US to my rental properties, make repairs, and perform lease turnovers, would I be able to not only deduct fuel and campground costs but also depreciate the purchase price across 5 years? 

Im going to do more of that this year.  

Unit was rented by some one who was the manager for a about a year and then gave over managing to me.

@Gregory Wilson  - partnership return compliance has become insane in the last several years.