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Renting multiple rooms is a great way to generate high cash flow from your properties but I must call out a much overlooked watchout... many lenders will not allow this type of property use and refinancing them can be tough. 

This works well for wholesalers who sell deals to flippers, and flippers or investors can benefit even more by going the extra mile to generate their own off-market leads.

You can also focus on dividend growth stocks within your taxable account, as dividends can be taxed at lower rates, especially if you hold long-term.By balancing real estate with traditional investment strategies like bonds, stocks, and tax-efficient accounts, you’ll have a diversified approach that generates tax-advantaged income while minimizing risk.Let me know if you need help strategizing further or exploring real estate financing options!

Assembly Bill 1771, also known as the California Housing Speculation Act, aims to change real estate tax policy to discourage investors from quickly reselling properties like single-family homes.Under the proposed bill, an additional 25% tax would be imposed on the gain from the sale of a qualified asset (including homes) within three years of the previous sale.The tax reduction is dependent on the number of years passed since the initial purchase of the qualified asset, ranging from a 20% reduction for sales occurring between 3.01 to 4 years to a 100% reduction for sales occurring more than seven years after the initial purchase.The revenues generated by this tax increase would be deposited into the Speculation Recapture Community Reinvestment Fund, which aims to support affordable housing, local governments, schools, and infrastructure projects.The bill is introduced by Assembly Member Ward, and the proposed tax changes would take effect from January 1, 2023.Assembly Member Ward argues that short-term investors in the market, including fix and flip investors, contribute to rising housing prices, limiting opportunities for Californians to purchase homes.While the bill may discourage short-term speculative transactions, it is worth noting that California's tax laws still provide certain advantages for investors, including unlimited tax write-offs and depreciation benefits.The bill is subject to legislative approval, and Assembly Member Ward will speak publicly about the bill at the San Diego County Administration Center on a specified date.Please note that this is a simplified summary of the bill and its potential impact on fix and flip investors.

Cash Flow: If your rentals are generating solid cash flow, you could keep using that money to build reserves, reinvest in more properties, or improve your existing ones.

Instead, you might want to think about investing those proceeds into another passive activity that generates future deductible losses.A good friend of mine in Phoenix faced almost the exact same issue last year.

IMHO You can go with ducted minisplit systems as this is a new build and subject to the newer energy code.

This 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick bungalow is currently tenanted with a long-term tenant of 5+ years, generating $900 per month on a month-to-month lease.

@TJ Woolum - save your money (many will be glad to take it), rather invest your time and energy  to connect with the right people!