Renovation Considerations: Before starting a renovation project, look at similar homes in your neighborhood to get a better understanding of the repairs needed to compete in your specific market.

It's best to consult a tax advisor to confirm if your setup allows for cross-property PAL usage in your specific case.

Specifically one that specializes in investor-focused lending.

Were you looking to acquire more homes for that specific property? 

A nice looking finished basement will go south real quick with moisture and your tenant will soon be displeased (rightfully so) about the nice basement they initially thought they had.See what the market is doing, but also consider what your specific property factors are. 

well. lower tax's generally helps RE and business as a whole. will have to see if they come up with something specific like the cost seg rules that are redy to sunset.

I am not aware specifically in GA. 

Besides reading books, check out all the podcast too, specifically David Greene's.My first thought is start going to all of your local REI meetups.

I found this opportunity through a detailed Zillow search I had pinpointed the specific streets in the neighborhood I liked.

Even people who don't mind STRs may not be willing to specifically vote to enshrine them....depends on just how charismatic you can be!