Your specific tax status, if your home country wants a piece, etc.

In wanting to turn it around to a cash flowing status, I've had to evict non-paying tenants because I thought I could flip them.

Will do.Below are some links discussing uncertain status of the deduction.

I plan on applying soon and can keep you posted on my status.  

issues to cover when considering a foreclosure are the property itself, title insurance, insurance, vacant or lived in - if vacant how long, status of c/o's (check municipalities), utilities.if you buy at an auction - you really have less options.

If you own rental real estate, there are three different ways to treat your rental losses depending on your status.

First, let's dispense with one myth: Real Estate Professional status does not mean you have to hold a real estate license.

To add, they're not communicating me and updating me the status of the deals and I have to reach out.

Property located in big medical region. 6 major healthcare hospitals, countless medical auxiliary and support clinics, prompt care, labs, etc Based on basic feasibility report and area's reclassification as Investment Opportunity Zone economic status to attract more ease of investment dollars.  

You'll notice it has now changed in status to pending.The negotiations on this home were very interesting and I may enter an additional post that explains how they transpired.