You should be writing off office supplies, mileage, phone charges, equipment, etc. 

In other words, you could spend $3,000 on the equipment to get $1,000 in tax deductions.

Each state has different laws (including recourse and default) and once you have the atty's form, you'd be better equipped for the next deal.

I calculate mileage once vs for each property, when I buy tools and equipment for all properties like a shop vac or saw or light bulbs, I have an entity to apply it too.  

The trust does no business except with the C Corp, leasing houses/equipment, at a profit. 

Add in maybe 2 hours to get the work done, that's valuing your time at less than $18.75/hr (because the cost of equipment, gas, and other supplies have been left out).

equipment               is it cheaper to construct freezer spaces vs. buying the walk-in freezer containers?

@Brad SpuhlerFrom my experience it's about double what I'd pay for turnkey job.Do a google search for that equipment. 

I have an extensive history in carpentry and remodeling, along with being a heavy equipment operator.

Self managing my first property has been a comprehensive educational experience and is equipping me to be a more effective investor when I turn the keys over to a management company in the future.