Annually most DST's give budget, past year performance, Variance to projected, and forecast of future. 

The downside is that the market drops and you lose more than you gain; but if you can weather the downturns things have historically always gone back up.

A long-term perspective is crucial, enabling you to weather market fluctuations over the next five years.2.

If your floors are not completely even you will see separating and buckling when the weather gets warmer.  

I am still confused on weather I should report this on schedule E and still use the losses agains other active income or if I should report the losses on schedule C and even though it is schedule C not pay self-employment taxes (since I don't offer substantial services).

I've really had to manage my property manager as an example and ensure that I am really getting the return forecasted for my investments.Peace of mind is the goal at the end of the day.

Along with property tax's way lower and you dont have the weather issues in the deep south..

The clear and obvious answer would be to instantly pay the back taxes and offer a small lump sum for them to move with and just lowball in whatever structure works for the both of you weather that is a better sale price or a greater monthly payment to them and just find your middle ground that works out for you both.

**Institutional and Foreign Investments**: Large institutional investors and foreign buyers often have the capital and resources to weather tenant-friendly regulations.

If you want appreciation, identify markets with expanding industries, positive growth trends, and bright economic forecasts.