Jan 25 hired local contractor.

I have never done a land trustWe have a living revocable trust that we set upHonestly I should have done it 15 years ago but did it like 6 years ago.I do not see the need for a land trust unless you are a politician, actor or athlete (someone who is famous).I have done business with multiple billionaires (not bragging but trying to make my point) including several that owned professional sports teams - and even they did not use land trusts…

That will help you when you talk to a professional about what you want to do.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

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in the long run it will make the house sell fast Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

If successful, you would have just used your deductions against fictitious income.Anyway, still agree you should talk to tax professional about how/if you can use home expenses.

Second- when you actually get him out, hire a property manager next time.

As a contractor I provide free estimates, simply email the prints in PDF and 7-10 business days later you'll get a professional bid.

I am working with investors in the area and assist with professional tenant placement services: marketing, advertising, showings, tenant screening, income verification, move-in inspection, and tenant coordination, I cover it all.