Most people dont trigger it because they never get a new insurance policy reflecting the new ownership of the property.

There are no tax breaks on top of that, and you can’t use that depreciation to offset any of your other income.Unfortunately, dividends are taxed as ordinary income, which can contribute to a bigger, rather than smaller, tax bill.Difference #7: ReturnsWhile returns for any real estate investment can vary wildly, the historical data over the last forty years reflects an average of 12.87 percent per year total returns for exchange-traded U.S. equity REITs.

I have filed for the LLC for each property, obtain the EIN, changed the name of the deeds to reflect the LLC using a Special Warranty deeds, opened individual checking accounts for each LLC.

I wouldn't try to get your tax return a specific way and then try to match your finances to reflect that.You should instead figure out why you are doing what you are doing and then have the tax return reflect that. 

That expectation reflects my aggressive research, self-education, mentorship, and preparation over the last few years.

Operating agreement reflects 50/50 ownership of LLC with money partner entitled to initial investment (down payment and closing costs) + 50% of appreciation when the property is sold in the future (leaving you entitled to 50% of appreciation and 50% of principal pay down).

Income is good but not reflected on tax returns yes as I was W2 till December 22' 

Over the past two years, I derived an annual income of around $12k from a part-time online sales venture, which is duly reflected in my tax filings.I am navigating the prospect of obtaining an FHA loan for house hacking.

If that's the case, cash flow could be your preferred choice.Ultimately, the path that's right for you depends on your financial goals and your comfort level with risk.Just like choosing between the roller coaster and the merry-go-round, it's about finding the investment strategy that aligns with your personality and objectives.Remember, there's no one-size-fits-all answer in real estate investment.Both paths have their advantages, and the key is to select the one that suits your individual preferences and goals.So, take a moment to reflect on what kind of ride you want in your investment journey, and you'll be on your way to making the right choice.

@Brent Huling I think your best action to effectively register your displeasure with the appraiser is to quietly and politely tell the bank (client) about this, maybe follow up in writing and suggest that they not be given consideration when applying for future appraisals, as their demeanor, conduct and perhaps ethics didn't reflect well on their client--the bank.As i understand it, banks have a list of approved appraisers they can choose from, just as they have a list of title companies and counsel, etc.