Did you have to make changes in the property to be compliant with Section 8 rules?

Are they compliant with state and federal servicing rules?

Converting into a duplex could be a good idea after you move out, but once again, I would double check and triple check zoning ordinances and codes to be compliant. 

If this is a MN lease you must do a new lease as the regulations and requirements for a lease changed significantly Jan 2024, so you'd need to confirm your compliant with new lease requirements. 

I have major privacy concerns with Tenant Cloud as they dont seem to be CA privacy law compliant and most of their team is in Ukraine. 

To create leases, Rocket Lawyer or LegalZoom provide customizable templates compliant with Ohio laws.Also, check out the "Real Estate Rookie" podcast for a great episode on tenant screening, which can provide more detailed insights.Joining local real estate groups can also offer valuable insights and networking opportunities.

Do the research and stay compliant, but this is completely doable when you set yourself up for success with knowledge and systems. 

What I'm trying to say is that I recommed giving us more details or if you don't want to put personal info on the internet find a in-person tax professional or accountant who is familiar with rental property taxation to determine your eligibility for deducting rental losses and ensure that you're compliant with tax regulations.

We want to stay compliant with any IRS issues and work within the newly created multi-member LLC.

Our area is not unique, this is a nationwide issue (opportunity) for accounting firms.In the end I think many would be well served to think of their CPA/EA as they do an attorney - while they can also help provide planning advice to better structure your tax life and save some money, a portion of the cost is just a cost of doing business - you are required to be compliant by the Feds / states / etc, and the CPA/EA is insurance to ensure you get it right and stay out of their way.