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Eli Jerman Taxes for 2024 - First rental property purchases in August 2024
31 January 2025 | 11 replies
You must report rental income on Schedule E and can deduct rental expenses like repairs, maintenance, property taxes, mortgage interest (allocated between personal and rental use), and depreciation for the rented portion.
Leticia Zertuche Osorno [Calc Review] Help me analyze this deal
1 February 2025 | 1 reply
View report*This link comes directly from our calculators, based on information input by the member who posted.
Julio Gonzalez Which cost segregation study approach is required by the IRS?
4 February 2025 | 4 replies
First off, the approach that was utilized in the cost segregation study might not be explicitly mentioned within the cost segregation study report.
Brian Chen Rentrange vs Rentometer
1 February 2025 | 10 replies
Rentrange costs the manager to run each report, so as long as you do not abuse it or send the PM 30 properties I would help you.
Joey Chan Text & Voice Blast for marketing properties
3 February 2025 | 7 replies
It offers a user-friendly interface, robust automation features, and solid reporting that many find invaluable.
Dan Wang Should I sell my industrial warehouse?
22 February 2025 | 14 replies
Adding Value to Your WarehouseTenant Quality & Lease Structure: If your current lease is below market or lacks favorable terms (like annual rent bumps, triple-net structure, or long-term commitments), renegotiating could boost value.Energy Efficiency Upgrades: LED lighting, insulation, and solar panels can make the property more appealing and cut operational costs.Loading & Access Improvements: If feasible, adding dock doors, better truck access, or high-clearance storage can make your space more attractive.Flex Space Conversion: Depending on demand, creating a small office buildout within the warehouse can appeal to tenants needing mixed-use space.Diversification ConsiderationWith 70% of your income tied to this one property, diversification could make sense, but if it’s truly hands-off and cash flowing well, you may not need to rush a sale.
Bruce D. Kowal What REALLY Triggers IRS Attention in Real Estate Partnerships - From An Onlooker
29 January 2025 | 6 replies
Syndication Reporting IssuesMissing Form 8918 for reportable transactionsInconsistent investor disclosuresRequired registrations skippedWhat Doesn't Actually Matter:(Despite What Your Uncle's CPA Says)Special AllocationsNormal promote structuresStandard waterfall provisionsTypical developer promotesReality: Unless extremely aggressive, IRS rarely caresTechnical DocumentationMinor §704(b) gapsCapital account glitchesTechnical allocation languageTruth: Unless hiding something biggerProperty Value AllocationsNormal basis step-upsTypical appreciation splitsStandard promote calculationsReal World Example:🏢 100-unit apartment complex4 partners, $5M dealDeveloper promote structure= Zero IRS interestSame Deal With Red Flags:🏢 100-unit apartment complexHidden partner arrangementsArtificial loss allocationsUnreported debt shifts= IRS AttentionPractical Protection Steps:Basic Documentation✅ Clean operating agreement✅ Economic substance✅ Partner contributions tracked(Don't need War & Peace complexity)Economic Reality✅ Allocations match economics✅ Real money movement✅ Actual partner participationClean Reporting✅ Consistent K-1s✅ Required forms filed✅ Clear communicationThe "Sleep Well" Test:Can you explain your structure to an IRS agent without sweating?
Brandon Morgan payment methods for tenants
19 February 2025 | 17 replies
In addition tenants can choose to have their payments reported to a credit bureau to build their credit.
Jim Bice Boiler unit on a 4-plex
14 February 2025 | 25 replies
Depending on the class of property and types of tenants you have, they may not take lightly to you going in and blocking off their thermostats or installing electric heaters to bump the cost of heating into their electric bill. 
Chris Brewer [Calc Review] Help me analyze this deal
29 January 2025 | 5 replies
Quote from @Chris Brewer: View report*This link comes directly from our calculators, based on information input by the member who posted.Hey @Chris Brewer, welcome to the BP Forum!