I'm not motivated, but the homes needed work I didn't want to do or I did if for strategic tax or debt shell game reasons.

Kudos,Mary

If you would like to show your tax returns or w2s then I can put you in a conventional loan because we are a conventional lender also.

I will not comment as to the tax laws and underlying rules - that is a discussion you can have with your tax advisor who presumably you are paying to help you.What I will do is provide practical and business guidance on tracking time.Firstly, there are apps available that can assist with time tracking where you can specifically detail your time, who you met with, etc.

I then would have my tax cpa enter in or do it after discussing tax based items (depreciation- MACRS, reserves, year end accruals, reserves, etc.).

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

One thing to think about are the tax implications of being a Canadian paying US taxes.

Typically its done for open space or use for community property (ie. fire station location or other county use) and typicaly would assist in increasing tax base.  

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

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