With that being said, these are high quality energy efficient windows that were purchased and installed about 5 yrs ago and qualified for a rebate.

When it comes to residential (1-4 units) and small multi-family (5-10) we typically purchase distressed properties and perform a deep energy retrofit, with the result being units which operate 40 - 75% more energy efficient following the retrofit.While this does not necessarily increase the rent we can command, it has proved to decrease our turnover and vacancy - tenants stay longer and, when they leave, we often have word-of-mouth applicants before the unit becomes vacant ... just last month we had 5 inquiries and 3-applicants on a property we had yet to advertise.

A lot of turnkey companies provide reduced risk, eliminate challenges, and ensure success by educating and guiding the investors through every step of the entire process.  

Not only will the accountant ensure that you file correctly, they also know of the potential write-offs, shields, etc. involved in real estate transactions.Good job keeping your receipts for expenses, that's important.

Depending on how much you plan on paying them for any finders fee once you close a deal, it might be more worthwhile and cost efficient to just pay $50 for any property they bring you that you either confirm is vacant or pursue for purchase.

If only they knew about air sealing 100 years ago ... doesn't matter if your house it 72, if the cold-air blows in through the side of the house or across the sill plate to your plumbing ;)Sadly, even many of the new houses being built are still a far cry from an, easily attainable, level of efficiency which could cut heating and cooling costs by half and prevent frozen pipes.

@Zachary Phelan Not to beat this drum again, but now that you know the details of this one mortgage, you still need to ensure this is the only debt on the property.

Its designed to be a very energy efficient/comfortable building.

In addition all cutting will need to be done inside (can't setup the saws out in the driveway), which means more time spent cleaning the job site.We are just finishing a deep energy efficiency retrofit of a rental - inside is starting to look beautiful, but the outside is missing siding of one wall and the awning over the entrance needs to be build ... both of which will need to wait until the weather warms and the snow goes.  

Finding a mutually agreeable solution can help move the process along efficiently so that you can move forward.