There are 20+ CPAs and accountants on this site that specialize in real estate taxation.

Bought a triplex in 2011 with all cash in my retirement account.

(Even went beyond the second page of Google.)I have an investor who wants to partner on a deal by providing a loan for the down payment.

Maybe find a good designer that can provide services to install and setup the spaces.A lot of these ideas are going to depend on where you are buying.

At that class of property, the delinquencies are not low and have to be properly accounted for.The reason I asked how long you have owned is that it takes a while to recognize the sustained expenses.Obvious is to get rid of the poor tenant. 

What are some cities that might provide cash flow, but remain affordable?

That would be a situation where you have a joint brokerage account with a family member(brotheror sister, etc) or for example you own a piece of real estate with another party.

Vet your contractors and hold them accountable.

Specifically, what stood out about their approach, the impact they had on you, and advice you’d give someone considering working with them.Thank you all for any insight you can provide. 

Despite the program's claims of providing exceptional training and support, my experience with Kristin has been far from satisfactory.First and foremost, I find it necessary to address the issue of non-payment.