What do you guys mean by insurance providers?

However there may be a loophole they use by employing this management company.

As mentioned above me by many other investors, CA is a very tricky market.

Just remember: most negative reviews are written by problematic tenants.

Originally posted by @Sam Shueh:Power of attorney, with wet(original) signature signed and notarized at US Consulate.

Has anyone else actually ran the numbers being used in the Example Plans in Chapter 5 of The Book on Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner?

Because water was provided by the municipality, the past due water bills were later transferred to my tax bill account with accompanying penalties as I didn't learn about it till months after they moved.

On the other hand, you can produce a similar return (or better) by shifting the money to another market that is safer for landlords.

Let me start by saying I have hired a CPA, and have a future meeting set up. 

As a side note for education expense, you may deduct education that maintains or improves your current job skills or that is required by law or your employer - as long as the education does not qualify you for a new business.