The tariffs are another thing that's gonna significantly raise material prices.

Hope the inspection turns up okay, and remember if there is any major material defects.

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However, the tax treatment differs between short-term and long-term rentals:Short-Term Rentals (STRs): If you materially participate (work 100+ hours and more than anyone else on the property), you may be able to offset rental deductions against W-2 or other active income, offering greater tax benefits.Long-Term Rentals (LTRs): If your AGI exceeds $100K, your rental losses may be limited, unless you qualify as a Real Estate Professional (REPS).If you plan to expand your rental portfolio, consider an LLC later for liability protection and easier management.

It may be hard to find unbiased advice on account of that.To me, it seems that his/their core competency is promotion and fund raising.

The terms are usually more flexible than hard money, and you can negotiate interest-only payments until the flip sells.Business Credit for Real Estate – A lot of investors use no doc 0% interest business credit to cover down payments, materials, and labor costs instead of tying up personal cash or taking on a loan and you .

Creative Freedom: You get to design and transform spaces, which can be personally fulfilling.The Bad: Where Flippers Lose Money⚠️ Underestimating Repair Costs: Surprise structural issues, contractor delays, and material price spikes can kill your budget.⚠️ Market Changes: A hot market today might cool down before you sell, which reduces the profit.⚠️ Financing Challenges: Hard money loans carry high interest rates that nibble into the bottom line.Unrealistic timelines: If you think you're going to be in and out in 60 days, you're sadly mistaken-most flips take longer than expected.Real Talk: Is Fix and Flip Still Worth It?

LVL material, preference for an open floor plan, make this renovation very popular.

To qualify, you must meet material participation rules (100+ hours and more than anyone else) so that rental losses can offset active income.

Why not just advertise it as a 4 bed/4 bath and promote the apartment as its own private suite?