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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.
MIchael McCUe Is debt relief a good idea, filing bankruptcy
9 January 2025 | 14 replies
Since the BK must be disclosed in any securities offering, you would not be able to be a partner in a syndicator/sponsor type deal9.
Marina Wong 711 Rescue - does it help LP in case of imminent foreclosure
21 January 2025 | 19 replies
I certainly can see how this all happened though Guru's charging folks how to be a synidcator so lots of beginners.. then of course competing offerings and knowing how investor gravitate to the highest returns without really understanding the risks etc.
Ben Hedvat Single-family residence fix & flip Hamptons NY
16 January 2025 | 0 replies
., known for its upscale appeal and strong demand for vacation homes.Properties in the Hamptons attract affluent buyers and renters, offering a high potential for appreciation and steady rental income.he property may have been undervalued due to its condition, presenting an opportunity to add value through targeted renovations.
Stanley Nguyen Tax on private lending fund
21 January 2025 | 14 replies
What are some considerations in finding a provider that offers checkbook control?
Thanh Lu How to screen guests who book directly instead of Airbnb, VRBO, etc
15 January 2025 | 12 replies
If you want to go further, you can use a service like Safely or AutoHost to run background checks.For payments, I’d recommend using a platform like Stripe or Square—they’re secure and easy to set up.
Julio Gonzalez Is my property a good candidate for cost segregation?
17 January 2025 | 2 replies
You can determine if the cost segregation study makes sense by speaking with your accountant and many cost segregation professionals offer a free analysis.
Rebeca Moreno Buying my first multi-family unit
17 January 2025 | 9 replies
They can offer valuable insights into the local market, potential rental yields, and specific considerations for a rehab project like the one you're planning.
Charles Evans New House Hacker
22 January 2025 | 13 replies
It was just an offer (costs extra) through a local lender I used!
Diego Trujillo Dallas New Construction project
14 January 2025 | 2 replies
I did find this deal driving driving for dollars, the realtor of the property was adding his sign in the front yard, I approached to make and offer. we close in 3 weeks.