I have them for personal accounts and I like them 

I’m trying to appeal a rent income appraisal and they are asking for me to find some lease comps since there isn’t enough public data so was hopeful I could find some other investors in the area that could share some data.

. - the cost starts long before any generated income.  

Or, you can buy in an area where incomes are higher, crime is lower, and more qualified buyers want to live there, but then the cosmetic upgrades leave no margin (almost every owner-occupant is willing to repaint and refinish floors over time).  

My properties in 2 states account for about 80% of my cash flow, but the 4 SFH I have in Birmingham account for only 20%.I don’t want to sell as I’ll incur lots of tax (as they were part of a 1031 in the past), but wonder any strategies like seller finance, etc that could possibly result in higher returns on these properties.I am curious what other BP landlords do when a few properties in their portfolio aren’t pulling their weight….Thanks!

From my understanding I can’t use this income but could I “occupy” this unit and rent out the main house and use that income?

@Tasha RivardI recommend finding an accountant specializing in real estate taxation.

You can specify blackout dates when the property is not available for rent if you wish to use it personally during certain times of the year.Legal and Regulatory Compliance: The management firm will ensure that the property complies with local laws and regulations concerning rental properties, including obtaining any necessary permits and adhering to zoning laws.Maintenance and Repairs: Property management firms often take care of routine maintenance and emergency repairs, ensuring the property is well-maintained and ready for tenants or guests.This arrangement allows you to enjoy your second home for part of the year and generate rental income when you're not using it, with minimal effort on your part.

If they make one call to city and they are low to moderate income they willbe provided with a free lawyer more than likely and you are going to be slapped with not providing a nonhostile living environment.

What do you mean by the LLC being a disregarded entity for income tax purposes?