But this is how I filed:1) Mortgage interest and property taxes for the primary residence went on Schedule A.2) Using the date I changed the locks as the split, all income and expenses incurred on the rental property prior to the that date - including the locks - went on Schedule E. 

It doesn't really matter if the Note is sold off again...Meanwhile, these prior discussion threads might be useful to you. 

It's hard to guess what a judge might say without prior experience but I do typically try to avoid Murphy's law if I can.

In your market are you able to do a Home inspection prior to buying and how old of homes are you talking about buying?

No where in the lease does it indicate that you’re here because I was able to by this property because of you nor agreement made prior.

It is essential to have a strong team prior to pulling the trigger.

Have your landlord insurance and umbrella policy and keep your properties in good repair (eliminating/reducing risk of negligence,etc type issues).Here are a bunch of prior discussion threads on LLC and insurance which I think you will find useful. 

Have you ever also had to deal with not being able to look inside prior to an offer being accepted?

The other tenant believes he slashed his tires because 2 days prior, he had knocked on his door at night and told him to stop messing with his car.

So your creating another payment which adds to your monthly DTI just for the down payment.One way to actually use a HELOC is to take the money out 3-4 months prior to the purchase and put it into your checking or savings account.