I have a mix use building in CT. the ground floor tenant is a bar/restaurant that recently moved in. they got a $2M General liability insurance and is asking if that's enough. or if they should get an umbrella. the property is valued at around $700k, fyi. where can i read up on best practices for such a case?

there are no standards its all about what you can negotiate. 

Some place that I can reasonably visit myself if need be on a weekend.

The goal is to pull out as much equity as possible with the smallest monthly payment so you can cash flow on your rental. 

A lead can come in at the most unexpected times, and how quickly you respond can make or break a deal.

Hi Josh,You can definitely dispute the classification of your property to reflect it as a 3-bedroom instead of a "Den."

I’m an aspiring real estate investor looking to connect with people I can learn from.

-How do we set ourselves apart from the other duplexes across the street without out pricing the market?

While you preferably would get q very good overview, i don't think you need to pay $1500 just for a n overview.

It allows a substantial portion of the asset's cost to be deducted in the first year of service.In 2023, the bonus depreciation rate is 80%.In 2024, it decreases to 60%.In 2025, the rate further reduces to 40%.COST SEGREGATION:Cost segregation involves dividing a property into its individual components for tax purposes.Some parts age faster, like carpets or paint.Your CPA can use this info to more accurately depreciate elements of your property leading to potential tax savings.BASIS:Your basis is the initial price that you paid for your property, including any expenses or improvements.Knowing your basis is crucial for tax purposes, as it's used to evaluate depreciation & determine the capital gains or losses if/when your property sells.LAND VALUE:This is how much your land is worth without any buildings or improvements.Land doesn't get old like buildings, so you can't depreciate it.