Also, when it comes to sharing my investment goals (on social media or in conversations), do you think it’s more effective to highlight specific deals I’m working on or just my overall strategy?

I recall reading in Forbes that major foundation fixes can add surprising value, becuase it addresses the single biggest fear buyers have.. a shaky structure.From my three decades in fix-and-flips, Ive noticed how important it is to have a team you trust.. from attorneys who know probate deals to realtors willing to drive for dollars with you, scouting hidden gems.

As to the buddy I mentioned in Washington state it was the same scenario; he converted tax-free up to their standard deduction but above that he kept within the lowest tax bracket and paid the smallest amount of tax possible.Thank you @Basit Siddiqi for calling me out on this and giving me a chance to address my mistake; it's important people have the correct information.  

Most come out ahead over an extended period of time by buying better quality assets where they perhaps have to leave some capital in the property but find themselves able to sell for real gains or refinance out appreciated equity and scale more effectively that way. 

I have 4 mailboxes, and signs for all 4 addresses, and I've been paying sewer for 4 units.I guess I need to set up a protest hearing, but what should I be doing before then? 

One thing that's worked really well for me is looking through county deed records of the addresses that the LLC's are being housed under.I'd say 50% of the time the LLC address leads to a residential property, that I can then skip trace. 

The most likely main focus of many congressional hearings on this nomination will be on how to address the affordability crisis in this country.

Is there a place where I can type in the address of the properties I am considering, and it will spit out an estimated monthly rent? 

Alternatively, umbrella insurance may offer cost-effective protection.

The landlord or his agent shall notify the tenant within 30 days after the beginning of the lease term of the name and address of the bank or institution where his deposit is currently located or the name of the insurance company providing the bond