The big problem with online services is they just dont have a long term track record of multiple decades so you are taking a higher risk than owning property directly.

I do check court records for evictions. 

A crucial element of the exchange, who hold proceeds and records the excahnge for tax purposes.

I know there are some filing fees with the recorder of deeds (Delaware), but what other fees are there?

Trusts create this anonymity by removing your name from public record.

If you have a proven track record in their market, you may be able to pick up some excellent deals with them as cash partners. 

Trusts create this anonymity by removing your name from public record.

A few questions to ponder: Is your property in an area that attracts travelers, is there a demand?

While I have kept good records and receipts, I am having a difficult time figuring out what items I'm able to immediately write off as "supplies" and which need to be depreciated.Where I'm running into difficulty is things like second-hand furniture...

While I have kept good records and receipts, I am having a difficult time figuring out what items I'm able to immediately write off as "supplies" and which need to be depreciated.Where I'm running into difficulty is things like second-hand furniture...