Yes John, this is simply the purchase and rehab costs as my "cash invested".

What I seek is knowledge and advice on my current situation.

My tenant moved out a couple of days ago, and when I walked through the unit, I discovered that he had removed the curtain and curtain rod, detached the room air conditioner, and caused significant scratches on the hardwood floor from the metal bed frame legs.

My CPA and banker told me this is not needed.

I would be harping on my realtor to call every big investor who would be interested in purchasing to get more buyers lined up as well. 

My first STR was a primary of mine and its doing great!

This would significantly help my ability to afford the market from a house hack standpoint, but I want to understand what those tax advantages are renting out my basement as a business rental.

The quad was about 4 hours drive from my residence.So my bird-dog wholesaler (good dude) who has given me some great deals in the past, finds a rundown quadplex in the South.

My question: If we want to have a tenant in place on or around Oct 1, when should we begin advertising? 

I'm very new in my research and education so I'm not exactly sure yet.