@John Vietmeyer You can deduct expenses only when the property is placed in service. 

The snow removal company has approached me about payment for services subsequent to the sale and transfer. 

A friend of mine does co-op mailers on these giant postcards using every door direct mail from the United States Postal Service.

Does it make sense to retain the services of a commercial inspection company or would just getting a regular home inspection company be the thing to do.   

I salute your sacrifice and service.

About 8 years ago, I jumped off the deep end and started a few successful companies (marketing, web & hardware development, event management, and a couple others).

We bought a nearby property and moved out.We're now trying to sell the property, but with close to $100k in non-house improvements (well, electric service, house pad, barn/workshop, fencing, etc.) it's a tough deal for a traditional lender to process.

Put his information on blast( Home advisor, Angie’s list and any other websites etc. ) on the web and word of mouth to any other real estate investors not to use that company.

I would not spend money on a web site for one property.

It is depreciated over 27.5 years if it is.There are certain elections that you want to make the first year that your property is placed into service.