Now let me just say I truly love my Honda...at 35+ mpg and zero maintenance this is the perfect vehicle for a salesperson who puts in lots of road time.

Actually, I've had several over the years, until a major life event threw them off the rails.

Nevertheless, if Donald Trump can pay next to nothing in taxes, then I need to learn from the Pros/him and to set up my biz properly via LLCs and other intelligent tax advantaged vehicles.   

I would probably look for an area that's close to the rail so are more desirable for renters- but from I've searched so far, there aren't a lot of options in this price range.Option b: act now- use the $50K I already have towards one or more triplex/quads in other Geo's where prices are lower.  

How do you handle tenants doing drugsHow do you handle noise complaintsHow do you handle vehicle violationsHow do you keep a tenant long term?

A lot of times there are small things that can be fixed immediately, e.g. loose handles and railings, burnt out bulbs, faulty smoke detectors, dripping faucets, running toilets, loose toilet seats, etc.

I understand that a ROTH allows me to have tax-free gains, but I also know that there are limits on how much I can contribute to this vehicle each year.

I got home in October and went by the property where my tenant told me they wanted a storm door and railing for the back door/stairs and told me they contacted the property manager.

When I worked as a construction manager for a homebuilder several years ago, we ordered the lumber, windows, doors, stairs/railings, garage doors, trim, cabinets, lighting, appliances, vanities, floors, paint, and other finishes.   

Depreciation the vehicle over 5 years will not be as impactful as that sales tax deduction.