@Brian KohtzYes, you can potentially claim the property as a rental in 2024, but it depends on when it was "placed in service" for rental purposes. 

All depends on the market or if you want to be one of the only properties to offer a hot tub in your market, which could potentially tip your property to a top line in revenue and occupancy. 

Who will show it to potential renters?

As for the increase in rental potential on the properties.

It seems a stretch to pay for the Rig with Section 179.I would have development equipment onboard and dedicate a portion of the space to developmentI could put the companies logo on the side as advertisementGiven this, what tax strategies are actually practical?

If you buy a whole portfolio and your projections are off then you are potentially in trouble. 3.

He has a few potential buyers going out to see it soon so I'm hoping someone he can find a buyer for it. 

I've never heard of a licensed Realtor practicing property management treating anyone this way in Columbus.

does anyone know what this means and how this is going to affect the potential claims?

Covering the mortgage isn’t an issue, but I’m considering factors like: Multi-Family: House hacking would help offset costs right away, but I’d likely need to put money into renovations upfront.Single-Family: Easier move-in with no immediate renovations needed, plus potentially lower tenant turnover once I rent it out For those who have been in a similar situation, what did you choose and why?