Would defer to someone with a legal background as to the ramifications of lead inside vs. outside your house, adding more relevant links for folks hearing this for the first time.https://riag.ri.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-neronha-...https://health.ri.gov/programs/detail.php?

@Mario Richardson I don't think the location of the CPA matters provided that they have a solid background in Real Estate and software/tools to support you remotely.There are 20+ real estate CPAs commenting in this forum.

Hi Dylan - I am also new to RE investing but have a lot of background in building a solid financial base.

Keep track of what items are purely for the rental unit and what items are for both units.If it's an item that is technically for improvement of the whole house (landscaping, common area improvements, exterior siding/painting) you can only write off a portion.

Its not capital gains tax at all.So, none of what you just replied to technically works.Of course, consult a qualified professional... 

I am in the infancy stages of my due diligence and I definitely plan to do more background research before I start throwing out offers. 

But I don't come from a real estate background so I guess I would learn loads regardless. 

@Sean Harper – Yes, technically, you can sell with existing financing in place.

HahahaGood one mate lol Here is my counter Meet me at my office so I can slap you 6 times hahaNeed to get myself a misdemeanor this year My background is too clean and I don’t like it Defeats the purpose of being 6ft 3, 230poundsOnly problem is I need to learn how to fightHaha 😛 

Do a complete application and background check on new guy.