I like having my depreciation expenses being available against just my highest taxes every year rather than use too much in year one.

Even though you rented your spare bedroom in your unit.

I had no business activity in 2024. 

Purchase price: $150,000Rehab/ Holding Costs: $182,000ARV: $353,000Capital left in deal: $49,600Cash Flow: $1,300/ month What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Most of the calls we property owners telling me my check amount was well below what they would sell their property if they were interested in selling which they weren't.We are disappointed and don't know which way to go with our Direct Mail marketing!

I would recommend joining local facebook groups of hosts (if they exist) for markets you are trying to get in to. 

I don't know the laws in Australia, but in the states, you can usually get a low down payment loan if you will live in the place and you can do this up to a 4 unit and rent out the rest.

@Juan LagunasIf you're looking to connect with investors and investor-friendly agents in Houston, networking is key.

Purchase price: $285,000 Cash invested: $33,500 In May 2024, I purchased this duplex as a house hack opportunity located in the heart of College Station.

I’ve had a handful of STR property owners that are looking to sell. 13 units in total.