If I ever have specific questions, I look through google and then use the BP forums as another source.

The only information I had to go on was with the last Lender informed me so maybe it was specific to the company they were with.

One workaround could be keeping a separate spreadsheet to track your adjusted tax basis accurately and only using Stessa for operational insights.You could also reach out to a cpa and see if they have a specific recommendation for software to use.  

@Julie Doke: Industry specific software speaks to you and you can easily relate it to your day to day process.

I also use their virtual credit cards which enables me to assign a card to a specific person, like the cleaner for my STR for example, so when she runs a charge, it automatically drops into the right account in terms of categorizing my expenses.

I’ve worked with a few tools for property intel, and while no service is 100% accurate, some options have stood out for specific use cases:BatchLeads: They offer a solid skip-tracing tool with good accuracy and detailed reports.

Consult you insurance broker for specifics but I found this policy to be very protective and reasonably priced.With regards to an umbrella policy they are typically good to have.  

Plus, very important to understand the new layout and how the dig down will effect the existing stairs, plumbing, etc.Happy to connect and talk through your specific situation because @Bruce Woodruff mentioned every project is different and know one price fits all espeically with these complex jobs.Where at in Chicago is your building?

Specifically near Elgin, IL.

Specifically, what research results told you these were two good cities to invest in?