I’m so relieved and happy to move on.  

I rented an apartment and the property management company added 6 k in move out charges to repaint the entire interior of the home due to minor marks (didnt give back 4 k security deposit and charged 2 k on top).

People need places to live and as long as people aren't moving out of the area in large numbers, run the numbers and see if they work for you. 

That being said, if you are the property manager, couldn't you consider yourself a real estate professional and run these profits through a separate S-Corp (or an LLC taxed as an S-Corp) and then draw off a W-2 / and a K1 and then shuttle these proceeds over to a solo 401k ?

If you are interested in moving your entire portfolio, would you peel off (tax purposes) or dump everything?  

I would also recommend you include proof of needed repairs via a photo move out inspection showing damage.

One strategy is to purchase a property with a walk-out basement and rent out the basement as a separate unit. 

My first move is a rental property, but BRRRR and Flips are the ultimate goal.Anyone have recommendations for contractors, boots, property managment companies, agents, insurance companies, or inspectors in Cleveland?

Let them know if they're not a good fit and you need to move on.5.

There would be no tenants I would have to deal with, only setting up a date for renters to move their stuff in and out.I'm also wondering if it would be a better idea to rent out the entire basement, or break it up into smaller rentals (i.e. a 30x30 space or a bunch of 10x5 spaces etc.)I'm imagining there is a market for people who need to store boxes for a quick move etc., but I can't imagine one person filling the entire basement so that's why I'm considering breaking it up if possible.