There are a lot of answers to your question.

If she is on the title she will have to file US returns, whether you two file jointly or separately is another question best answered by your CPA or tax preparer.

I know this isnt enough info for a true answer but if you need more info for best guess just askthanks folks

Many great people here that will be able to answer questions.

Welcome aboard Nick.Look around then let us know if we can answer any question for you.

I'm not sure if there is an answer to dealing with people leaving the utilities on, but unfortunately, you're going to have to deal with that.

Also - to answer your question, the retail value for this house is around 350k so I am getting it right around retail value - but even at that, am still managing to make a profit.

Mike, have a look at this thread: http://www.biggerpockets.com/topics/21921Thanks Wheatie, that answered my question.

Actually answered a question that I had as well.

Lately it feels like I've been placing offers on properties and sitting and waiting forever for an answer which is usually "they are probably negotiating another deal so we have not gotten a rejection, counter or acceptance" yet.