Not looking to switch programs, just up my knowledge base in a few ways:1) Skilled in basic double entry bookkeeping, but would like to expand on this to become advanced (not necessarily expert). 2) Increase my knowledge on coding entry items, per tax laws, for small business and single family home rentals (we have both).

Hi,I'm starting out and negotiating my first deal, but to furnish it, I think the most important items for a good sleep for my guests are the beds and mattresses, I would like to know what kind of mattress should I plan to  buy, so I can include it in my budget.

Original basis less depreciation plus cap ex items equals new basis. 

Get Ahead of the Inspection DramaYou’re already on the right track with calling your own inspector.Pay for a pre-listing inspection ASAP.Fix only the big, scary items—roof leaks, electrical hazards, plumbing issues.Have receipts + report ready to hand buyers so there are zero surprises.Buyers hate unknowns.

How many items of disrepair would need to be covered to make the cost of the warranty worth it?

These items won’t last forever.

But, if they did not want you do do that, you could create an addendum to their original lease modifying mutually agreed terms.Regarding the resident's items, you open yourself up to large liability if you give permission for anyone to touch or move the items. 

Having just awarded an additional contractor $3500 for minor work the day before, I requested that minor item be added to the punch list and was to be alerted if there was to be an additional charge for installing a window a/c unit.

I get paying the bills and there is things you can do to help supplement(uber, part time jobs, uber eats, flipping items, etc) but your business is priority. 

In Japan, however, the value of properties generally depreciates to 0, like the value of cars do, except if they're collector's items plus the population is steadily decreasing so not the best way to create wealth.