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15 January 2025 | 5 replies
You would need to rent out the property for at least two years to demonstrate it was held for investment purposes and comply with IRS guidelines.
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5 February 2025 | 21 replies
This may result in late fees and eventual eviction if not cured within the legally provided time.
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27 January 2025 | 10 replies
That is, they take the arrears, the late fees and any legal fees and they create a 2nd.
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11 February 2025 | 1681 replies
Will him hiding out overseas legally shield him?
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31 January 2025 | 7 replies
If you can add a legal ADU at $25k in the Austin area then you should add it.
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21 January 2025 | 31 replies
It seemed like most the folks you have on staff are CPA or other, but no specific legal experts.
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10 February 2025 | 12 replies
It is imperative that you take this action to prevent fines and legal issues.
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25 January 2025 | 12 replies
Also, keep in mind that if you do self manage, you do put yourself at more risk for a legal issues.
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11 February 2025 | 8 replies
If you are renting the house out (not living there) you can not legally take a homestead exemption.
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25 January 2025 | 3 replies
Sometimes tenants bite, sometimes they don’t, but it’s worth a shot.Owner Move-In: If you’re planning to live in one of the units, you might be able to legally take it back.