Hoping someone can help me with this? I am in the process of putting together a JV and my needs from the investor are such that only a minority equity stake position (with preferred returns) is justified. I have sev...

In your post, it seems you've tried to address @Dave Toelkes point by saying that the training will enhance your skill set for your current position.The upshot of all this is that much of what your proposing falls into areas in which many taxpayers take many liberties, but regarding which you may want to get advice from a tax advisor that knows your overall financial and tax profile.You mention formation of an LLC as a component of your tax strategy.

I have a tenant that is willing to pay for significant upgrades that will greatly enhance my property value. 

National lenders have a death grip on their guidelines and it gets more and more difficult to refi conventional loans.

This is not something I would ever recommend until you are on the ladder and have made some money and are comfortable if the decision does not go in your favor but I believe this is the next step in an investors career path to grow and enhance your portfolio.Are others venturing outside their comfort zone and if so what has been a success for you and why and when did you decide to venture away?

Bass really carries, so no bass enhancement devices either.Since your sub-floor is attached directly to the joists without the sound control between them the noise will carry a lot from above to below and from below to above.

lolol  Come on people (Bob), get a grip, and have common sense. 

@Brian Garlington enhanced search on DealMachine and google search their name and location with quotations, check for them on Facebook etc

I prefer the products with a "grip strip" over two edges (i.e., TrafficMaster Allure at Home Depot). 

https://www.trustedchoice.com/condo-insurance/cove...You'll also want to ask about special coverage enhancements for Condo Owners Policies such as Special Assessment Coverage.