Figure out things like, can you deduct owner-move-in payments, etc...

As a small time RE investor (two properties), I'm thinking it just makes the most sense to 'shift' some of the deductions I used to enter on a Sched A over to the Sched E because of the new rules/deductions with the Tax Cut & Jobs Act.

If you have ACV coverage there will be a deduction for depreciation.  

Apparently, we can’t use the standard purchase and sake agreement.

We are thrilled to be able to provide our current tenants with renovated + safe access to their units, updated interiors, replace ancient HVAC systems and bring their roofs up to standard.

I thought that Trump came out with new options of affordable high-deductible health insurance plans but I can't seem to find anything.

But when he said he is gonna vacate the home he had defaults on rent. we have 2 months rent as security deposit , we told them we could deduct that amount on rent only if the house is returned in good condition... when we inspected, the house was in very pathetic state...they didn't inform us about the dog and it wasn't on the lease either but we found that they had a dog and 2 cats...The dog caused much damage to 2 of the doors.

You are under no obligation to let him know that you are getting other bids but if he has been a contractor for a while i'm sure he would expect this, it is a standard practice in the profession.  

Set your screening standards and stick to them.

@Gordon D.All operating expenses related to the operation of the rental can be deducted.