So if the property is not a value-add or steeply discounted I would not do this. 

There are accountants who say that applies to the opportunity to discount sale and/or basis shift to further lower the tax bill.  

  $500 off up front is a one time discount, the $40/month lower is the gift (to the tenant) that keeps on giving. 

New 200 amp circuit panel, Culligan water softner, new washer/dryer, and a deep clean Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

. - not having a strong or deep 'why'.  

@William J Anderson with anything, you'll probably want a summary/overview report and then another for a deep dive as needed.You'll want the summary report to be your go-to, preferrably showing month-by-month for comparison purposes. 

Guests stay full stay, guest requests discount for one less toilet.  

The course curriculum is awesome for getting a deep dive into capital raising and its definitely valuable if you’re looking to focus in that realm of the investment world. 

We purchased the note for a 40% discount. 2.

Of course, BP is known for being deep.