Is there a burgeoning community of artists, designers, or other creatives who need space?

Find building restrictions, structure plans/design, financing, legal issues....

The property was named and designed to market to people with dogs.

If you have someone in mind to do the setup and trust their design eye then that can work.It will cost more but you just have to keep an eye on the budget.When will the tenant vacate the property so you can begin repairs?

Curtains are okay, but they tend to offer less protection depending on the tub design.

But lots of ppl in Philly rent rooms in their house without this official designation, so not too sure how it works.As for leases, try googling "PA Standard Residential Lease".

I'd include:Development and design.PermitsStreet and walks.Driveways and foundations (for garage and house without basement)Utilities stabs for sewer, water, gas, power, cable And any other factor I'm forgetting.Thank you. you need beds, baths, finish level, truss designs, utility info, density info, etc etc there's way too much here to help get any help to you 

Someone with a great deal of tax experience has answered your question, I'd suggest you arrange a "paid" phone engagement if you don't have anybody locally.

UNLESS you are are real estate professional status for tax designation purposes and able to create a "grouping/active participation".

The properties seem a bit dated design by my standard but without any work I could have a home that rents for above the median rent of the area of $1,160, Most homes around Fort Liberty were built before the 1980s so a newer home may appreciate more over time.As a first time investor, there is a lot of information to take in but the potential to make connections in the REI and military community is invigorating.