For example, if I invest in an asset in November do I still get the depreciation benefits for the whole year or is it pro reared for nov and dec only that tax year?

Thinking about installing a metal bike rack that's cemented into the ground at the rear of the house, and putting up a fence between the house and the apartment building next door.

He offers round the clock service and works his rear end off to meet your needs.

Plus I have no rear neighbors.

@Chris Clothier  well get your rear end out here and I will take you on a world class Steelhead fishing trip.. and then throw you in my plane and give you a tour from Friday Harbor down the east side of the cascades with a flight smack dab over Mt.

Me thinks your brokerage commissions and deal churns are more valuable than long term relationships so long as the word of mouth doesn't rear it's ugly head back to your precious deal factory, BiggerPockets.

.; your knowledge of how to screen tenants won't help you in the S&P).  ...personally, I focus more of my investing efforts in real estate than stocks because I have a much better understanding of real estate than stocks--this is because I have far more experience in real estate than stocks (plus, I think the basics of RE are just easier to understand for most people than stocks)...

Purchase price: $1,050,000 Cash invested: $250,000 Acquired this 15-unit property in 2021 for $1,050,000, followed by a $500,000 renovation encompassing upgrades such as brand-new kitchens and bathrooms in each unit, updated flooring, a new roof, three additional rear porches, upgraded windows, and the establishment of a new laundry room.

I am doing a 27 * 8 one-level addition on the rear of the house to create space for a master's bathroom, master's walk-in closet, utility room and a full bathroom on the main level.

@April Birdsong There is usually a lead paint disclosure you have your tenants sign stating that there is likely lead paint in the property and they are aware of it and you keep this in your files to cover your rear end.