I'm the sole manager of the business and the properties.

Quote from @Aj Joshi: @Steven Rosenfeld , I am in the same shoe now as you were 10 months ago!

I have had my business for almost 3 years and solely have worked with Appfolio.

It would be tough to rely solely on our own funding.

Typically, the same applies to LLCs where you and your spouse are sole members (single or multiple member LLC).

I like that, unlike with say trading for a hedge fund, I can create opportunities for others rather than solely line the pockets of someone richer (that being said I still intend to make money).

Mortgage note didn't give me sole ownership of the property.

Tax benefits should be considered but not be the sole factor.The 'main benefit' from a tax perspective should be to generate a high return from your real estate investments and not to pay taxes on the return that you get.If you are able to reduce your taxable income, that should be icing on the cake.

I'm happy to answer or confirm any tax/accounting questions if you'd like Just to clarify what Steven is telling husband-wife business owners,If you have not created a business entity, you are operating as a partnership (not a sole proprietorship) and should file a partnership tax return.

Airdna is a good resource and tool, but I wouldn't rely solely on that platform for data.