So in the past we would just confirm a normal closing transaction with Title, and if so, we were good to go.

@Felix StoneTraveling to scope out new markets is normally not a currently deductible expense.Can you elaborate why your accountant missed the expensesDid you list the expense and he didn't pick them up on the return?

Is this simply a normal cycle that happens after summer is over, or is there something more here?

Either is good with me...realtor costs you money is only difference"**sends me a screenshot of his FICO score"Shows I've only been late 3 payments in 7 years and I'm sure those are bs cause I don't make late payments""Just trying to make you feel comfortable that I'm serious and good choice if we like it" My question - is this normal?

What type of work do you normally do?

It's probably a 1 hour 45 min commute each way when things get back to normal post-covid.

The standard of condition is also governed by "normal wear and tear".

The property taxes are almost half of what they would be in the other parts of the city I normally purchase in ($2k vs $4k)The new house theoretically will have a considerably lower cap x cost than the 30-60 year old homes I normally look at. 

As a landlord what does a tenants "emotional support animal" mean for me and normal pet restrictions?

This is normal, nearly everyone is overwhelmed with all of the different strategies available when they first get started.