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If the only indication that he is difficult is not wanting to send his ID to a stranger on Facebook, I wouldn't blame him. 

This leaves here with almost $500k in capital gains to pay tax on.I'm trying to find creative ways in which she can minimize this tax burden. 

This unit has already been indicated by the city that it can be approved as a 3rd unit.

Britt,My firm has evaluated some smaller properties (under $500k) in the past for cost segregation, and it generally does not cost justify moving forward, since the benefits are small, and typically the tax liability on the income is minimal if any.

I’m interested in how others evaluate and track down these kinds of properties, especially from a distance.For example:When looking at distressed properties in other states or cities, what are your main indicators that it’s worth pursuing?

Water is a lienable utility here so I would minimize putting the bill in the tenant's hands unless you're certain that it will be paid.If you need a plumber in the Wilkes-Barre area I'd recommend Billy Smith of No B.S.

The structure is mainly appreciation-based, which minimizes tenant and maintenance risk. 

Normally the escrow agent will want mutual sign off even if its clear the contract terms indicate one party should be awarded the escrow funds.

You're description indicates they DID NOT damage it as you describe the damage as "cracking" which is how door seals fail from normal use.