So, I am based out of Northern Virginia and property around here is expensive and positive cash flow is definitely a challenge, unless it's done right.Looked at this article, very very helpful: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/10145/68178-to...But have several questions 1- For local investment, since VA is big, can other parts of VA a good option for a rental, especially ones which have a college/university?

She bought the home several years ago under a traditional mortgage, but pays a ridiculously high mortgage every month compared to how much the house rents for.Put in a simple matter, she's fed up with the situation and has my immediate family (We live in the same town as the property, while she's living far) managing the house.

You will want to look at several years of financials to understand what is going on.

However, there are several lenders, including our bank who provide this type of financing.

Airy and the NE, if your looking for stable properties with average appreciation there's always the NE section of town, and if your looking for speculative appreciation there are several areas such as Kensington and Brewerytown.

I own several duplexes as rental property.

I also heard you state in your letter that you have been asked to visit his apt. several times (repeatedly) in the past several months.

I believe BP serves the Kool-Aid in several different flavors.

I own several rental properties in the Cleveland Area and I also own a local insurance agency.

If you are doing it in excel - a receipt for $100 that consisted of $25 paint, $25 tools, $50 roof supplies.can be entered into excel like$25 paint$25 tools$50 roof suppliesAt the end of the year you can sum up all the costs by description and provide that to your accountant.A couple things to point outWhether you expense an item or capitalize it will depend on several factors such as if you are increasing the useful life of the item, making it ready for a different use or making it more efficient.