If the HELOC is only used for purchasing rental properties, you should be able to claim that interest as a deduction against your rental property.

He saved money by claiming a business tax deduction for himself, and at the same time got me off on the right foot towards retirement.Today I am a successful investor with multiple properties of my own.  

Most homeowners benefit from purchase in one form as they claim the Federal Tax Credit, currently 26%.

After admitting over the phone and in person (along with witnesses) she is now claiming over text message that she never turned it off.Unfortunately I will likely have to pursue eviction. 

HO insurance that doesn't know about short term activities will likely deny claims.

I suspect your realtor is going to have a hard time rebutting the appraisal and will fail if he tries to rebut it either on income or claiming the "studio" is a 3rd unit.Good luck

This ensures that any liability claims that arise while the property is under management are undeniably covered by your policy.

Claiming it as being used 50% v. 75% is a $25 decision.

The one place they have rented (an apartment/townhome) they claim they broke the lease and moved due to a mold problem that they couldn't get management to rectify.

On the other hand, you can claim depreciation, which is tax deductible but not actually paid out of pocket.