Curious why any tax pro would argue with that.If filing state tax returns did not take any time or money, then there is no harm in filing them.

The information shared is based on my experience and industry knowledge and should not be considered tax, legal, or financial advice.

Is it the high property taxes?

Money has to come from somewhere so where will it come from.issue will be if they increase sales tax it will be regressive tax as those who rent and don't own and have low wages will still pay more for everything.

A tax professional can help determine if you meet the criteria for deducting expenses in 2024. 

The rates vary throughout the State because of the different millage rates and tax districts, but in Richland County for instance, the taxes essentially triple once it goes from legal resident to non legal residence. 

Congress recently passed legislation that treats Hurricane Ian as a qualified disaster for tax purposes.

Could you provide guidance on how to navigate this situation from both a tax and mortgage perspective so I won't have issues getting my next property?

If you just have one rental you can probably get by with generic tax filing software.

Quote from @Jordan Hamilton:  Looking for assistance how to actual structure my taxes.