. :)In either circumstance, notes have always been an interesting topic to me for the variety of what could be constituted a note and what you can actually add to your note portfolio to diversify other investment vehicles in the grand scheme of ones portfolio.I do have a question though, do you know anyone who has invested in lottery winnings?

Deductible SEP-IRA contributions are distinct from depreciation - while depreciation represents "paper losses," SEP-IRA contributions represent real changes to to your business and personal cash-flow; the money contributed to a SEP are real dollars that can only be used by the SEP.

Under normal circumstances, no.First, it would have to be for owner occupied properties.

The cost of a detailed engineered study is better absorbed by commercial buildings and hotels, it can be hard to justify the approach at times on smaller residential buildings but it varies based on particular circumstances.

@Alexis Hudson In certain circumstances they do.

This program is a bit more tedious to get through, but can be a great program under the right circumstances. 

I already offered him about 20K discount on the listing price as I want to sell the house fast due to my financial circumstances.

A good agent will act as an adviser and will help in making important decisions or at least providing you good information so you can make the best decision for your current circumstances.

Making sure to make a clear distinction between your rental business and your personal finances, nothing says you can't add a few months rent to their account out of your own pocket, via some cash to your PM.

We are extremely excited about our new real estate adventure and due to our circumstance, this seems to be the best way for us to get our foot in the door as well as get in our very first place together this year.