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Vasudha Chaudhary Lehigh Acres - Renttoretirement (RTR) projections were a scam
13 March 2024 | 8 replies
You need a strong operator / builder / agent / developer to look at all of these considerations and to have studied the market or you have to do it yourself.
Beth Margarida Murray Hill, here we come! (Residential investor/Rookie)
12 March 2024 | 3 replies
I have been studying Avondale/Riverside/Murray Hill/San Marco, and more recently, Springfield and Fairfax. 
Brian Hunsaker Wondering how to minimize taxes owed to IRS from rental properties
12 March 2024 | 36 replies
Depreciation is a huge savings, for nicer properties you need to do a cost segregation study and use bonus depreciation.4.
David Ounanian What tax benefits or implications should I be aware of as a real estate investor?
12 March 2024 | 4 replies
.- Use cost segregation studies to expedite depreciation of your properties to offset large income gains.Entity Structure- Choose appropriate legal structure (LLC, partnership, or S corporation) with consideration for different tax implications.Tax Credits- Explore available credits, like energy-efficient or historic rehabilitation credits.Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction- Check eligibility for QBI deduction, providing up to a 20% deduction on qualified business income.Record Keeping- Keep accurate and organized records for tax compliance and audits.State and Local Taxes- Consider varying state and local tax implications, including property and income tax rates.Tax Planning- Engage in proactive tax planning, consulting with professionals for a comprehensive strategy.Tax Changes- Stay informed about changes in federal, state, and local tax laws affecting real estate investments.Remember to consult a real estate tax professional for personalized advice based on your specific situation.
Ryan Judkins Cost Segregation on Primary Residence if renting out the basement
12 March 2024 | 13 replies
I'd speak with your CPA to confirm whether or not your wife can qualify as a real estate professional because that makes a difference in being able to use your losses from the cost seg study now versus rolling them forward.https://www.aicpa.org/resource...
Matthew Matilsky Invest in NJ or out of state for first multi family
13 March 2024 | 37 replies
Perhaps look / study other methods of investing. 
Nathan W. Is this Modular Duplex a Good Idea?
13 March 2024 | 15 replies
Yes sure, but there are great builders and it is irresponsible to make such a statement.The modular duplexes I am going with provide higher quality insulation and finishes and structure than you find in local stick builds.There have been studies showing modulars are sturdier than stick builds, and you can certainly achieve price efficiencies for the reasons stated above.For an investor with a volume goal (such as my 100 units in 3 years goal) in an area with low or expensive inventory or high competition, or for investors in an area with a lot of ongoing construction leading to high labor costs, or somebody that wants to run a strategy that churns money fast then modulars are a great development platform.
Maximillian Engram Pros and Cons of being a Real estate agent and an investor?
11 March 2024 | 22 replies
First there are the costs for enrolling, purchasing the pre-licensing books, and the exam fees, which can run anywhere from $600-$1,200.The time it takes to study and pass the exam can vary from 6-12 weeks or even longer if you have other commitments.
Don Konipol Are These Real Estate Investors?
11 March 2024 | 3 replies
As a result they’re forever attending seminars, workshops, classes provided by various real estate organizations; they’ve read every book ever written about real estate twice; they believe that they could be worth $1 billion now if only they had chosen real estate as their college major instead of medieval literature; but soon as they study for their real estate license in all 50 states they’ll be ready to begin.The Guru Junkie – I met this person while I was the designated provider of financing for a guru – back about 30 years ago.