Then you have wiped the slate clean on the loss carryforwards, that $200k of released loss carryforwards offsets ordinary income first - so you will actually get a great result.Then, in 2025, when you have no more pass loss carryforwards, consider making that real estate professional status aggregation election, and utilizing cost segregation on properties you acquired in a prior year.Of course all of this - get some real tax help, I'm just another guy on the internet here, and there should be a deeper dive on the circumstances than what you can get through a forum posts to ensure this all actually works properly in your situation.

I bet the Seller received payment for September and October.

It does not cover phone, internet, or TV.I'd open up the STRs for locals in need.

You bet! 

Very risky bet.

If you’re just starting out, a long-term rental could be the safer bet for consistent returns and lower management hassle.On the other hand, some investors prefer out-of-state opportunities for better cash flow and affordability.

Probably your best bet is the KC Star although some of their articles are paywalled.

I bet you did not have that one in your bingo card...

I would strongly encourage getting one with good internet, as a bunch of the tech crowd from Atlanta will rent it out in order to work remote.

Also, what about internet, trash and security?