All Forum Posts by: Dee Cross

Thanks a bunch for keeping me in the loop! @J Martin

I'm free that day and definitely planning to be there.

As for brief re-intro...

I've been a member of BP for a little over a year now. I rarely post, but I'm logged in every week reading post/articles. I absolutely love the podcast!!! Guilty as charge, I'm on of those listeners that has not left a review yet. (Will Do). I check for it every Thursday.

Currently I have 1 SFH 3 bed 2 bath in Riverdale, Ga. I hope to purchase 1 or 2 homes this year. While searching I'm studying, and trying to learn as much as possible. I'm big on networking and an love meeting new people.

I'm in San Jose. If there ever any meetings on wed-sat I will make it unless out of town. I'd love to meet with other fellow BPers!

Hi Guys,

Thanks for the welcoming response. Steven thanks for the answer to my question. This exactly what I was looking for. I got your message and will be in touch this week.

Dee

Hello all,

I live in the SF Bay area. I joined BP a few moths back, but have been, busy with school and work. As a result, this is my late intro now that I'm on summer break. Last summer I purchased my first investment property in Riverdale, Ga. It's a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, which I've been renting out as of 12/12 until current. Being that it was my first property, I ran into many surprises, and learned allot. At this point I plan to review my deal, and learn what I could have done better. I have many questions and hope to learn allot over this summer while I have time.

I purchased my home (nearly move in ready) back 8/20/12, and have delayed doing my taxes. I misplaced all of my receipts for experiences, and just found them 2 weeks ago.

Questions

1. Taxes
Can anyone suggest how I should handle my taxes? Better yet, how should I go about finding professional help?

I usually just go to H&R block, but from what I understand, there are many potential tax benefits. I'm thinking it would be in my best interest to find someone with experienced in REI.

2.
I'm not sure where to start. I call a few enrolled agents last week, but have yet to get a response. Should I get an accountant, or an enrolled agent? I have even had someone tell me I would be fine with turbo tax, but I want to maximize the tax benefits. If I don't, I feel I would be defeating the purpose.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated
Dee