You have to complete Schedule E if you have rentals.You should check if the turbo tax premier version allows the filing of Schedule E.With that said, using a software like Turbo Tax will assume you to understand what is deductible.If you work with a tax professional, you are more likely to have an accurate return.

i tell them all the time to find a good W2 job you like and you plan on staying with a long time. 

From my experience working with over 400 investors, consider alternative strategies like rent-by-the-room, buying an SFH with an ADU, or renting where you live while investing elsewhere.

I would search the BP forums because your tax / legal related questions likely have already been asked.However, it doesn't hurt to still ask the forum what your questions are.

Our opinions should not make a difference, if you're doing your diligence properly.You'll just get realtors, or real estate professionals, from both locals promoting their area based off a keyword search for posts like this.

Based on your description, it sounds like you would violate the self-dealing rule and could put your SDIRA at risk. 

Like accidentally leaving the car light on in the car and having your car battery dead in the morning.

You CAN limit that agreement to a specific property; but, as others have stated, agents are looking for a certain amount of loyalty from their clients.If an agent gets vibes from a prospective client that indicates that they want to cheapskate and not pay a professional for their service, they are not likely to waste their time with them.

It's more like BRR(hold)RR now.Yes!! 

The latter might not let you do anything and is more likely if they don't like your tenants.I see 3 scenarios:The fence is on your property.