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Rennell Goudeau Eager wholesaling apprentice
16 January 2025 | 3 replies
If you ever want to connect, discuss strategies, or get more tailored advice, feel free to reach out.
Zach Howard Class C: Personal loan for 200k, should I use it for multiple down payments, or...?
9 January 2025 | 44 replies
Quote from @Zach Howard: First of all, feel free to make any and all comments you wish; there's no need to sugarcoat anything.
Kate Zieverink McMinn New to ADU - Checklist or Cheat Sheet?
17 January 2025 | 6 replies
Feel like there's more going on in ADU land.
Elijah Berg 36% Rent increse Two weeks Into First duplex as a 19 year old Investor
4 January 2025 | 23 replies
move downtown into an apartment.
Antonio Arnao First meet up
13 January 2025 | 2 replies
Anything past that might feel weird.Good job going to your first one, that is a great step that too many people miss out on.
Joshua Houchins Accounting Software?
9 January 2025 | 16 replies
I'm currently adding all of my numbers for a 20-unit apartment building in for a test, and then I'll bring my other 90+ units.
Jared Haxton Setting Up and Marketing 4.25% Seller Finance Deal
17 January 2025 | 7 replies
And if it were set up where everything went through a title company so the buyer pays the title company, they manage the buyer's loan (from me), and the title company ensures my mortgage is paid without my direct involvement... what parts of the transaction would feel risky or not worth the headache to you? 
Dennis Knapp how to figure repair costs and arv
15 January 2025 | 7 replies
However, having an experienced real estate agent or investor in your network analyze comps adds an extra layer of confidence.If you’re focusing on specific markets and ever want to discuss analyzing deals or strategies, feel free to connect, Our firm would love to help you! 
Josh Duncan Thoughts on 401K loans
8 January 2025 | 10 replies
I have bought 2 properties this calendar year and this feels like the right next step to further me along. 
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.