3) Are you relying on placement agencies for getting the initial clients?

@Nathan Deutsch Welcome TO BiggerPockets If you are not comfy with privacy issues while house hackingyou can try  a  FHA loan or start with a partnership to buy a STR etc

However, Form 3115 is still the best way to claim past depreciation in full.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Both partners should consult a CPA to evaluate potential savings and optimize their tax strategy.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

but i also 2nd @Jay Hurst's sentiments - get a 2nd or even 3rd opinion on DTI/ full doc. i personally love files that are puzzles, i get some weird satisfaction out of figuring out how to make it work on full-doc, especially when my client has been told "no" before. if it doesn't work now, a good loan professional will help you create a path forward.

However, purchasing the replacement property from an estate where your mother-in-law is the executor and other heirs are your wife's aunts and cousins raises potential related-party concerns under Section 1031(f).The IRS generally prohibits 1031 exchanges between related parties unless both the buyer and seller hold their respective properties for at least two years after the exchange.To stay compliant and avoid disqualification, ensure:The estate sells the property directly before any distributions to heirs.You hold the replacement property for at least two years.The transaction is conducted at fair market value with no prearranged agreements.Given the IRS scrutiny of related-party 1031 exchanges, consult a qualified CPA or 1031 exchange accommodator to structure the deal properly and avoid potential capital gains tax liabilities.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Over half of my clients are remote Buyers, so I've gone through the STR transition process with lots of investors over the past few years.

Most clients I’ve worked with allow for guests to sign in directly.

Consulting a tax professional before making use changes can help maximize deductions while staying compliant.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Keep records of the payment timing to substantiate your reporting if needed.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.