Quote from @Mohan Sadashivaiah: I would like to know if Data analysis in needed in Real Estate industry.

Being this next house hack will likely be my last, this is why I’m trying to think of other creative strategies.  

Knowing this information will help you identify the right professionals to bring on board.At minimum, your team team should include:Financial Advisor: to help with investment strategies - portfolio diversification and risk management.Real Estate Agent/Broker: to help with property acquisition and market analysis.Accountant or Tax Advisor: to help manage financial records, tax planning, and optimization.Attorney: to provide legal counsel for contracts, agreements, and investment structures.Mentor or Coach: to offer guidance, insights, and industry knowledge.Networking and Relationship Builder (for everything else you will need): to connect you with potential partners and collaborators.

I am glad you are getting some money back on this situation, but the fact remains that your PM was seriously negligent in this situation and oversaw the run up of this ridiculous and unreasonable bill.

Will you be buying more rentals?  

You could use an LLC or even a land trust to structure this.

@Shivani Brijmohan, while I cannot speak to NY, I will say in general:You should know how the property will be reassessed when you buy the property.  

Theft is going to happen in this business, at least here and there. 

Quote from @Raymond Whitley: Not sure if Goosehead is in your area, but a broker like someone at this company can really help you in challenge times for insurance like this current market with so many carriers dropping out completely or raising rates on everyone. 

@Alaas Amour if the seller is dumping this property - find out why!