When I left there in 2005, the City was reducing the number of lawns, cutting back on vegetation that required watering, and I believe they even drained Desert Shores for a while.

Basically there are transients that are living there and preventing this house from being rented.  

That's what they get paid to know and be able to apply, and if you don't have a savvy CPA, then kick them to the curb and get a better one -- I've upgraded mine for the past two years and it's reducing my stress and optimizing my business.Be well,

Some caulk and weatherstripping can do wonders on reducing your energy bill.Finally, if you want to get the absolute best remodeling designs, go to the local mobile home dealer and walk through the new homes and take notes on the color treatments and textures.

Having this kind of diversity reduces (doesn't eliminate) the risk of being totally dependent on one market.

Because I have several close friends and family in my focus area it reduces the risk. 

Houses at that price (and even 20-30K higher ask price) are only pulling in $900-$1,200/mo.Any help would be appreciated because at this point my analysis paralysis is preventing any forward movement.Thanks,Dan

I will be reducing my interest on the 5 unit retail commercial building from 5.75% to 3.5%.

They are the ultimate tax reducing vehicle. 

Also, reduced expenses by negotiating with waste removal, converting all exterior and common area light fixtures to LED and tighter property management overall.