For this reason, many self-employed, tax status traders do their trading through a wholly-owned corporate tax entity, either S or C (usually S), to open up retirement and health insurance planning opportunities.Second, you should talk to your tax professional about a Sec 475(f) election, and the interplay with the QBI deduction thereunder, taking into consideration Specified Service Business Treatment and phase-out limitations. 

The fact that REO properties are always AS-IS has nothing to do with the fact that many sellers of real estate are offering their property subject to inspections and negotiations on treatments, repairs, and replacement.   

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

Updated all lighting throughout, paint, exterior and interior, cleaned up landscaping, added new sod and landscape lighting stained all decks, window treatments, kitchen hardware, updated furniture and excellent photos.

@Rich Ramjatan thank you for responding.After 19 years I'm back on the field because our good work ethic boomers are retiring and haven't found a new wave.On a "try out" of partnership with my 10 plus year sub hanger, since the work force ain't around.Don't make me wrong I love doing it but I know I need to concentrate more on current and future customer to keep the name customer relationship healthy !!

Sadly, you have to get duds till you get someone thats ethical and willing to work with you, dont be discouraged! 

I called the tenants and told them they need to contact the power company and make sure their bill is paid up.The previous owner wants me to pay/assume this $75 bill, which I don't think I have any obligation to do, legally or ethically. 

Luckily, the exterminator found no evidence of them in any other unit and it was only $980 for the guaranteed treatment.

The culture there supports a high standard of work ethic and the Latin family support system educating then young people with trade skills (you wont see family units teaching trade skills in Cedar Park or any other hipster location).

Although what I'm stepping into isn't regulated by NAR or anyone, it is my goal and outright intentions to be as truthful and as ethical as I can, not just on a business level but on a personal level.