These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

David, you guys are ethical in your approach and business practices and I love that about you guys.

However, precise execution according to IRS rules and clear documentation in the divorce decree are crucial to ensure it qualifies for tax-free treatment.

Now as far as joining his inner circle I have a theory if I can make the money as he claims granted I'm capable and have the work ethic would I pay it?

(Preferably ethnically) What are some legal (non- ethical) ways you have heard or seen?

They could have come in with the moving boxes, which is the most likely culprit, but they could have snuck in some other way.My lease says I will deliver the home pest-free and handle any pest treatment for the first two weeks in case we miss something.

The key factor is ensuring the property qualifies for favorable tax treatment by adhering to IRS rules regarding short-term rentals and material participation.For the 7-day rule, the IRS requires that:The average guest stay must be seven days or less for the property to qualify as a short-term rental.If the average stay is 30 days or less, you must provide substantial services similar to what hotels offer, such as daily cleaning or concierge services.Regarding material participation, to further classify the income as non-passive, you must meet one of the following criteria:You spend more than 500 hours actively managing the rental in a year.You manage the business yourself and spend at least 100 hours, with your involvement exceeding that of any other person involved in the rental.Please note there are actually 7 ways to qualify, the above two are the most common.

Here we have an example of unspoken assumptions and changes in classifications and/or treatment of classifications.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

Second they were in violation of the Realtor Code of Ethics.