I am not sure whoI could get the official answer from on whether I should file this tax or not. really a pain in the ***. 

@Nicholas Aiola I was wondering what the official new standard deduction was for buy and hold land lords. 

But, for some of the larger ones (10+ units), I also give them "official" public names with signs.I recently bought a place - a 15-bedroom co-living house - on 14th Street. 

Find out if there are any new regulations in the pipe from each of those inspectors and municipal officials - anything that might cause you problems after you take over.

Here are a few possibilities for "OR" in the context of property transactions, though the specific meaning may depend on the local property records or auction terms:Owner's Representative: This could indicate a transaction or document was executed by the owner's representative, such as an attorney or agent.Official Records: Sometimes "OR" might refer to the recording in official records, indicating the document or transaction has been recorded with the county or appropriate governmental body.Order: In some contexts, "OR" could represent an order, possibly from a court, related to the property.

How much notice would you say is reasonable, considering they are kind people (despite being dirty and missing payment dates) and will have a hard time finding a place to bring their large dog.I'd given them written notice based on the rules for your area to get the process started (whether that's 30 days or some other number), and then tell them you'd be willing to work with them on the official move out date (within reason) if they need a bit more time to find a place so long as they are current on rent.

So, would I be correct in assuming the proper way to do this is to officially buy the note from him and have it recorded? 

Where I'm at in California, if staff (the planner) is being obstinate, then the other two routes are 1) hire a land use attorney or entitlement consultant and if they feel that you have a case to build just one home without going through the subdivision process, then they may be able to compel staff in a way you can't, or 2) talk to an elected official who may be able to sway staff to give you what you want.

The buyer usually holds the title, but it's not official until the contract is paid off. 

*Not official tax advice.