Once they see that higher charge, they'll figure out how to operate a pen again.

That's why it's always recommended that you operate like a business instead of someone that leads with their heart.She can't afford the rental.

A single-family home that's zoned for business use has additional value because it's flexibility to operate as a business, a residence, and possibly even a short-term rental.

I do understand that if I am buying and managing the property myself, all my direct expenses to manage the business are tax deductible, but since I'm thinking of investing on a turnkey basis and planning to hire a property manager for day to day operations, following would be tax deductible as a passive investor.Mortgage InterestProperty TaxProperty Management FeeDepreciationInsurancePossibility of 1031 exchange (Future)When investing via a real estate syndication as a limited partner:20% of the pass through income from the LLC is tax-deductibleThe Syndication LLC obviously would be taking the tax benefits of depreciation, property tax, mortgage interest deductions etc., but as a passive investor, is it more beneficial to invest directly in real estate than investing via a syndication? 

Mike,I have about 140 units I own/operate across multiple markets, including the seacoast area, throughout NH.

My attorney had me create a single member LLC and then create an operating agreement where we both are members.

Looking at Mark Kohler and he suggests using this structure for operations vs passive income.

Mostly comes down to being sure of the numbers when you purchase, making sure that the rents cover the operational costs and then some.

Guaranteed leaseback, no vacancy, appreciating market, low operating expenses due to continuing the same occupant.Is $3500/mo guaranteed for 18mos worth the high $780k pricetag?

Private lenders don’t operate like a credit card company where when you reduce the balance owed, they reduce the payment/interest owed.