If my largest expense after Milton was a $600 water bill, I would pay it and be grateful to be so lucky.

Redfin and Zillow does provide an approximate rents in the neighborhood but doesn't provide a trend (or i may not be looking at the right place) and since I am new to the Schenectady market, I would like to know if it is going to be an upward trend or is it declining.

I have a large STR property that can accommodate 19 people, that has a hot tub.

This question has come up a few times with prospective clients recently, so I thought I'd shed some light on it.Generally, being an employee in a real estate business does not automatically qualify you for REPS unless you own at least 5% of the employer.

It might be worth it to install some security cameras and signs saying the property is being monitored to deter criminals.

In my own experience, when a tenant needs 2 jobs (not 2 people have 1 job each) just to make rent standards will ensure frequent repeated late rent payments.Consistent long paying jobs and income history is more indicative of stable rent collections.Keep looking.  

Any advice or referrals would be greatly appreciated.

If you do have something you like that is monthly charge, please tell me that as well. 

I can recommend some good cost seg guys to help you maximize those deductions.Be sure to communicate this information to your accountant as well, so they can help you plan and be aware of the situation.

That way, the flights be considered a business expense?