I understand by writing everything off you pay less taxes, but you also reduce your borrowing power." - exactly, that's what we are learning the hard way now."

I am in a similar boat as yourself.

Everything I know from all my years buying on the steps...The only liens to survive the foreclosure process (A Deed Under Power) is: IRS liens, GA state liens, and F.I.F.A. liens.

We really like that area.Gentrification potential: Grade B+Jefferson-Chalmers/CreeksideJefferson Chalmers has been called “a diamond in the rough,” with more than 160 acres of riverfront parks, boat launches, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities.

The asset has appreciated 20k since purchase and think it will appreciate an additional 15 - 20k by early 2018 with current neighbors who have sold.I have kept track of all expenses with printed receipts for power, internet, gas, etc.

We told her upon delivery of the portable heaters, and one more time the heaters draw too much power to be on the same circuit and should be spread through the house.Any advice on our responsibility as a landlord, and how this may play out if we go to small claims court?

We are in the same boat.

Pay attention to your property and be on utility bills if power, water, or gas is shut off's so your aware of utility non-payment .

I just did one, the bank sees I'm paying the note and that I now have a power of attorney for all matters dealing with the loan.. and they don't bother me.

You have to be more selective as the tide has lifted a lot of boats like many places in the U.S.