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Elisha Cram Vacation rentals and taxes
13 August 2018 | 20 replies
., whatever's left over I *believe* gets taxed as ordinary income.  
David Roberts Structuring partnership exith with cash buyout
11 August 2018 | 3 replies
For a high level, when you sold your partnership interest, you generally determine the taxable gain or loss, its character (ordinary or capital), and holding period (long-term or short-term) by reference to the partnership interest—not by reference to the underlying partnership assets.Get a professional, please. 
Michael Thoma Any successful house hacking stories from Houston?
9 August 2018 | 18 replies
Purchase price: $85,000Rehab: $60,000 All-in: $$145,000Current ARV: $180,000I just refi'ed and was able to cash out $135,000 so a little cash got locked into the property.The house literally needed everything from foundation repairs, to a new roof, all new plumbing, electrical, and a full interior gut.This property was initially 1600 sf, but it had a courtyard patio (house had a U-Shape layout).
Colby Shelhorse Question about Taxes in Virginia?
9 August 2018 | 1 reply
This means the profit is taxed as ordinary income (not capital gain) and subject to self-employment tax.If, however, you're portfolio shows a history of rentals, you intended to get into this property as a rental but ultimately decided to sell for whatever reason, and this "flip" is not a regular occurrence, you may be able to avoid classifying it as a flip subject to ordinary income and SE tax.Definitely make sure to speak to your CPA to get specific advice on your personal situation.
Account Closed Selling investment property
14 August 2018 | 3 replies
Account Closed said, gains on the sale within a year of purchase (short-term capital gains) are taxed at your ordinary income rates.
Luz Pagan Helppp and about to give up on Contractors
18 August 2018 | 69 replies
@David Sisson Probably the job is not giving him enough money, but &18,866.20 is an easy job for him to move on. like I said before it was nothing out of the ordinary.
Andrew Faukner Crowdfunding and taxes
12 August 2018 | 8 replies
If I use a crowdfunding company like Reality Shares, or Groundfloor, and I receive interest in 6 months, it is considered ordinary income for taxes.
Jeff Oberts Current owner/landlord keeping the deposit?
12 August 2018 | 11 replies
Security deposits do not belong to the owner until/unless the tenant leaves and there is damage beyond ordinary wear and tear. 
Dan Trinh Do i need to create a business to deduct business expenses?
12 August 2018 | 17 replies
@Dan TrinhYou are not required to create an entity to deduct expense on your tax return.If you do not create an entity - the profit of the sole proprietor will be reported on your individual tax return.For an expense to be deductible it has to be ordinary and necessary to your business. 
Jesus Ramirez Wholesaling in New York
10 September 2018 | 9 replies
@Jesus Ramirez Income from wholesaling is treated as active income, subject to self-employment tax in addition to regular income tax (at ordinary rates).An LLC is one option but your entity structure should be decided after a full analysis of your situation by your CPA and attorney.