This is the type of flooring I am looking to put in, since it looks nice, its waterproof, and solid choice for wear-and-tear.

Wouldn’t be my first choice. 

This is my project and I don't want them telling me what I can and cannot buy the it.The method I have chosen here is the best choice (in my opinion) to go with at this time.As an overall deal as far as the house, repairs, interest rates and everything...

It is a good VOIP choice.

They can also offer you knowledge & advice of area, general renter info & will advise you the crime factor of your property's neighborhood, so you have a better idea what you are getting into.Also residential rental tends to have more issues than a NET lease commercial tenant, so this may be a better investment choice for you.

Managing from afar and without a choice.

Trust me - talking was my first choice.

If you are unable to invest locally then the best choice would be to look at out-of-state markets like the Midwest.

Continue to do research and once you have made a definite choice of where to invest, start working to build your team. 

Here’s your answer:Depreciation (Line 13/14) – can be added BACK as income Business Use of Home (Line 30) – can be added BACK as incomeVehicle Miles (Line 44A) – can be added BACK as incomeUn-allowed Meals and Entertainment (Line 24B) – is subtracted FROM your incomeIf you have a choice on HOW to deduct the items above then you want to CHOOSE to try to deduct them in those categories.