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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.
Peter Firehock Suburb) Buy and Hold Investment Thesis
18 December 2024 | 3 replies
I work as an acquisitions associate with BPG Holdings, a local real estate investment fund in Alexandria, and also work as a realtor for our fund's brokerage team, assisting clients with investment properties in the D.C. metro area.I've recently created a series of reports focused on the city of Alexandria and its sub-market development prospects, which I believe alongside other macro trends will make the city an amazing buy-and-hold investment for real estate investors.
Tom Nagy Stay away from RAD Diversified
20 January 2025 | 32 replies
Amy Vaughn will no longer serve as the chief financial officer ("CFO") for RAD Diversified REIT, Inc.
Tyler Munroe New MA ADU law can be a gamechanger!
21 January 2025 | 3 replies
Either that or gping with my other option of installing a bathroom on the second floor and including it with the garage as an office space.
Dennis Bragg Emerging Real Estate Investment options in 2025
30 December 2024 | 6 replies
These communities cater to renters who value suburban living but can’t or won’t buy a home.
Darrius Lloyd Multi Family House Hacking
8 January 2025 | 2 replies
I am reading a bunch of real estate investing books , talking to realtors & loan officers, and trying to educate myself best I can.I'm also looking to expand my network within the real estate investing community, and I believe this is a great opportunity to connect.
Scott L. Where to advertise/post a 44 property SFH portfolio for sale?
8 January 2025 | 4 replies
In our world this is referred to as “Family Office Services”.
Jason Edwards First Flip Insights: 1272 Lakins Rd, Etna
20 January 2025 | 1 reply
The spacious primary suite features a private full bath with double vanity, while the flexible layout provides options for bedrooms, an office, or hobby spaces.
Sam Robbins Advice for rental in HPR
8 January 2025 | 6 replies
It’s in pretty good shape at this point, rentable.I travel a lot for work, and a friend gave me the idea to do a short term rental as a one bedroom, locking all of my stuff in the other bedroom and office - I applied today and was denied because I don’t own both sides of my HPR, even though I have written permission from the owner of the other half….
Myles Jordan Seeking Advice On Starting
17 January 2025 | 5 replies
Definitely will talk to people in my office.