I grew up from poor beginnings and without any kind of travel opportunity, so I am ultimately working toward financial freedom so that my son and I are able to travel.

Would you be so kind as to link to that article?

It MD, unless the property tests lead-free, you have to register, test between tenants, all kinds of issues, so unless it tested lead-free, I was not touching it.   

 I haven’t purchased an investment property yet (outside of my primary residence kind of being a live in flip).

What kinds of features should I look for in a business checking and savings account as a RE investor and landlord? 

I'd run the numbers on you're own home and see what kind of a return you would get and then make that the benchmark when looking at other opportunities on the market.

This is a non-cash expense, which is the best kind to have, since it will significantly boost the Smith’s return.

You need to get an attorney involved ASAP.Look for someone through the Mass Bar Association who has a track record in defending these kinds of cases. https://www.massbar.org/public/lawyer-referral-ser...My understanding is the same as yours - if a property is not inspected and approved by the local housing administration (the local authority that administers Section 8), then Section 8 renters are not able to rent there.It's just a guess, but if your PM said something like "we don't rent to section 8", that could be the basis of the complaint. 

Furthermore; you can expense/capitalize items directly related to the rental portion.3) When you sell the building - The personal portion of the residence will qualify for section 121 exclusion(250,000 or 500,000 depending on filing status) and the rental portion will qualify for a like-kind exchange.

No way, but I do my very best to rent to good people.Thomas, what kinds of neighborhoods do you focus on, out of curiosity?