From experience, finding a knowledgeable accountant is key for handling taxes effectively, especially when splitting expenses, claiming deductions, and managing depreciation.

(They claimed thousands for electrical using what appeared to be a fake electrical company, and they never had someone out to even check electrical beyond the general.) 

they're sitting, either because 1. they're not distressed enough, or 2. the seller won't budge off of their unrealistic price, or 3. something else is very, very off.hope this helps - happy to help further

I'd also worry about the showings and if someone steals something from the tenants (or the tenants claim something is missing).Focus on getting the most you can for the property.

Of that 1,750 only 180 claimed surplus funds. 

.* Is this enough to file suit in small claims court? 

I've helped my cousin acquire two investment properties in Augusta, so while I can't claim to be an expert, I can share some insights.

and the property had a private dwelling value appraisal much higher than the public property appraiser claims. 

Don't get me started with costs you're not anticipating.Once you drop this unrealistic "dream", and focus on what's in front of you.

The previous owner claims they never had the titles to these trailers, so that is not option.