If you're working with an agent that doesn't require some sort of Buyer's Broker agreement, you're probably working with a part-timer or someone who doesn't value their time.My Investor / Flipper agreement only applies to properties I introduce, but also commits the flipper to remarket the property through me when the project is complete.My time is too valuable to waste with people who have zero commitment.As to dealing with the listing broker, it is CRITICAL to remember that a seller's agent is legally and ethically required to get the best possible deal for the seller.  

The only property tax discounts in Mecklenburg county that I am aware of are for the elderly low income households (65+) and/or disabled veterans and that only applies to their primary residence.  

For example: If you earn $10000 from your rental property and in your tax you show that you had $15000 expense (= $5000 loss), the next time you are applying for a mortgage for another property, $5000 will go toward your expenses (5000/12 for each month) and it will impact your debt/income ratio.Does anyone have an insight about this?

then apply a cap rate of approx 9% to derive your value.  

As the market continues on this pace, I'm guessing more people will be applying which can delay the process.  

Then apply any rent payments to late fees first.

I applied for an LLC on July 23rd.

Be careful on the timing between a  refiance on your current home and applying for a mortgage for the second home.

I would replace them both but make sure the volume discount is applied to your personal AC unit.

My statement still applies though and what @Derrick Craig said is still correct.