Kin Lay
How to transfer my share of the house to my brother?
14 January 2025 | 5 replies
It’s crucial to consult a real estate attorney and tax advisor to structure the transfer in a way that minimizes tax consequences and aligns with your objectives.
Celine Besson
Managing a renovation from afar
14 January 2025 | 6 replies
Additionally, regarding the legal structure, an LLC seems to be the most suitable option for our situation.
Melanie Baldridge
What is MACRS classification?
10 January 2025 | 0 replies
When it comes to real estate, here's a general list of eligible assets and their depreciable lifespans that you should know: Residential Rental Property = 27.5 yearsThis includes any building or structure where 80% or more of its gross rental income is from residential units.That means:- Apartment buildings- Single-family rental homes- Duplexes, triplexes, and quadplexes- Mobile homes (used for residential rental)- Any kind of residential lodging facility where the primary purpose is long-term rentalCommercial Property = 39 yearsThis includes non-residential properties like:-Office buildings-Retail stores and shopping centers-Warehouses-Industrial complexes-Hotels and motels that do not qualify as residential rental propertyLand Improvements = 15 yearsThese include sidewalks, roads, fencing, some landscaping, and parking lots that are separate from the building.Personal Property = 5 or 7 yearsPersonal property used in a rental activity usually has a 5 or 7-year life.This includes most furniture, appliances, carpeting and various machinery.Qualified Improvement Property (QIP) = 15 yearsGenerally, this includes any improvements made to the interior of a non-residential building after the building was placed in service, excluding elevators, enlargements, and the internal structural framework.Computers and Related Peripheral Equipment = 5 yearsVehicles = 5 yearsNote that the land itself is not depreciable.
Ram Gonzales
Creating a debt fund for owner finance strategy
15 January 2025 | 29 replies
As to structure and conflict of interest, I was initially planning to structure it as an equity fund but was told it might be more attractive to investors as a first lien debt fund and to use it as a bank for the LLCs deals.
Derek Farmer
Fix and Flip plan
10 January 2025 | 18 replies
I would like to get a structure for fix and flipping in 2025 so that I can do it in my free time.
Christopher R.
Homeowners Insurance/Landlord insurance/Umbrella insurance
23 January 2025 | 15 replies
Detached Structures: for other buildings on the property (ie. sheds & detached garages)Again, there is normally an included limit of 10% of the building limit.
Shiloh Lundahl
New Partnership Model
31 January 2025 | 6 replies
It would just depend on where the numbers were in 3 years.This is the way I structure the partnership.
Natalie Gelbke-Mattis
Ready to scale our hospitality portfolio
21 January 2025 | 2 replies
And don’t underestimate the power of direct outreach; some sellers may be more flexible if you present a clear, structured plan for partnership or financing.
Cody Caswell
How to Save Thousands on Cabinetry Cost
28 January 2025 | 12 replies
Multifamily is considered residential since people reside in the structure. it's part of contractors license law, our testing is on it and violating can and will result in punitive actions.
Griffin Malcolm
Options for Using Two Vacant Plots of Land
10 January 2025 | 8 replies
(d) Minimum rear yard: 30 feet rear property line to nearest building or structure.