You could use the equity in your house, likely tax-free since you lived there the last three years.

And he is now avoiding all communications including phone, text, and email.

I want to avoid sending mailers to the masses, and would rather have a targeted mailer.

I think you're right if you categorize them on your taxes as maintenance they will limit you more on a refi. 2.

Price vs taxes/insurance vs rents attainable ?

Can I deduct expenses (utilities, mortgage interest, taxes, etc.) on a Schedule E for my 2023 taxes?

@Bryce Kennebeck not sure how moving to an LLC impacts your ability to take the primary residence tax benefit.

While still technically in slight seller’s market territory, inventory is well above extreme lows seen in recent years when inventory fell below 1 month for a sustained period.Here are the full stats for Austin and the greater metro:A 30-year fixed mortgage is sitting around 7.3% interest, which is the highest it has been in 2024 thus far:In addition to interest rates increasing the cost of real estate ownership, buyers are facing increased insurance premiums, maintenance costs, and rising property taxes.

Starting next month when my renter moves in i will have only utilities and taxes as overhead at my new home in michigan. 

For the tax questions, I would hire a CPA :) Best of luck to you, and I respect the creativity!!