A Cost Segregation study is an IRS approved federal income tax tool that increases near term cash flow by utilizing shorter recovery periods for depreciation to accelerate return on investment.

To Clarify, When you pay off your principal, there is an "ascension in wealth" and this will increase your basis and offer no write-offs.

That will allow you to buy another home as a primary and reap the benefits of the increased passive income & deductions.

Recently there has been an increase in petty crime in the area with one of our tenants cars being broken into.

Turbotax is a great resource for simple returns.

I am 55 yrs old and would like to increase my cash flow to ensure a more stable retirement . . .We all know SF rentals are a "slow but sure" way, so I am considering leaving that strategy. 

You can do a lot of cross-promotion with a simple QR code by the guest book. 

Use your lender and realtor to narrow down your buy box and get a deal that is simple to finance.

You can do something simple like transform a garage or unfinished basement into a "wellness center" for about $10K and then make business connections with local yogis, wellness practitioners, hold meditation retreats and specialized events.

If they tell you they won't protect you against those things, then consider banning them.It's a sad world where we tell families they can't let their kids experience simple pleasures and get some exercise.