Here’s what I do with my rentals:I either have tenants split the utility bills or include a clause in the lease that states if the gas or water bill exceeds a specific amount ($X), the tenant will be responsible for the overage, provided there are no leaks or other infrastructure issues contributing to the high usage.To determine this $X amount:Water: I take the highest water bill I’ve had over the past year (excluding periods where leaks occurred) and add about $15 to account for small fluctuations or potential increases.Gas: For gas, I calculate the median bill during the winter (when usage is highest) and the median bill in the summer (when usage is typically lowest).

He is supposed to go public sometime. yep the set employment tax Ill have to look at , I would max out the best I can with the income and age 65 and over contribution to a roth .

Complete a cost seg study - combined with leverage it is feasible to deduct your entire equity contribution in year 1.Also follow me for more insights around cost segregation and real estate taxes!

Joint Venture: Team up with an investor who can contribute capital in exchange for a share of the profits.

List of failed delayed projects contributed by community:1.

And what are some good ways for newer folks to contribute or give back?

I got a funny feeling all one has to do is make a campaign contribution or hire a specified crack-head to board of directors and like magic your a saint....   

Already maxing out my matching contribution 401k at work and i also put 10% of my gross w2 direct to my brokerage account.

I've been able to contribute to some amazing returns here in the Orlando market.

If you don’t pull out your equity by refinancing then how do you contribute to keep adding properties to your portfolio?