It's to reduce the risk.

The unit is currently a short term rental so it will come fully furnished including sheets and linens.  

Local Banks and Credit UnionsSometimes, local financial institutions offer innovative lending products tailored to the needs of their community, including renovation-focused HELOCs.2.

Should I leave as is and cover it with a mesh cover for $2800 (really considering this), put a new liner in for 8k (not including new mechanics), or just fill it (don't know the cost on filling at this time)?

Then I have the option to engage the attorney to appeal the tax and only pay if they succeed to reduce the assessment based on a percentage of the reduction.

Always do the homework, and plan in detail to reduce the investment risks and increase the likelihood of a profitable real estate property investment.Neglecting To Do The ResearchEven though I touched upon this point briefly above, it’s important enough that I’m dedicating a whole section to it.

Yes, the deduction is very important now because I am in a higher tax bracket and would love to reduce my tax burden which the 401k helps me with.

It’s important to ensure that the borrowed funds are directly used for the acquisition or improvement of the rental property to qualify.Other Considerations:Equity Use: Ensure that the use of equity from Property A for Property B aligns with your long-term investment strategy and does not over-leverage your investments.Loan Terms: Consider the terms of any loan or line of credit carefully, including interest rates, repayment terms, and any potential impact on your cash flow.Conclusion:Leveraging equity from one investment property to purchase another can be a powerful way to expand your real estate portfolio.

Hey @Theiborh Almanzar - now is a good time to actually speak with a lender about this and make sure you include your other 2 siblings into the conversation as well. 

Would the fact that the builder is the tenant reduce potential damage to the property?