We take this to mean (based on 100s of real tax court cases) any activities integral to the business of running a rental.

I just purchased my first property in Forth Worth to flip and I am based in Houston.

Hey @Felix Shi, your decision really should be based on your risk tolerance and goals.

I am seeking insights and recommendations from the community regarding potential locations in and around Orlando where full duplexes might be more readily available within my budget.My plan is to house hack, and based on my initial calculations, I anticipate an extra expense of $1.5K beyond rental income to cover the mortgage.

Here are the numbers (rounded up):- Original purchase price ~ $180K- Current value ~$230K- Remaining balance ~ $140K- Mortgage payment + HOA ~ $1,300- Current rent = $1,700To calculate ROI at the current time should I base it on the initial investment amount (downpayment) or the current equity position?

Do mobile homes have a "book value" based on make/model, size, condition, etc. and if so, where can that information be found? 

I recommend investing near economic bases near downtown and surrounding areas.

You have to calculate based on a more than a few things like loan amount, down payment, taxes, Insurance, (Any HOA) PMI, based on credit, etc.If you are 1099 the Bank can look at the most recent 1099/Schedule C if you have been in business for 5 years or more with a 25% ownership in company or more. 

Based on the train of thought you shared you are completely ignoring a critical piece of the equation which is your own capabilties and whether you have the ability to execute on the opportunity.

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