I manage my own properties as do my clients; with the electronic resources for screening, rent collection, more - the ROI is greatly improved and you retain control of the property.Hope this helps.

Section 179 deductions may apply to assets directly supporting your business, excluding personal-use components.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Working with a qualified intermediary (QI) ensures compliance with IRS rules.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

The tech industry and manufacturing growth in Reno also provides for a different client for short term rentals, something to look into.

I'm familiar with Jeff and the C2C team (i've heard great things) and work primarily with Fernandos team who I love.Right now - all of the padsplit loans I am working on for my clients are underwritten based off long term rental rates.

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They also could have a mortgage that could not be satisfied by the price and in that instance, again the bank would not release it - so again stuck. 

For added liability protection, consider setting up an LLC for the rental, though this may have limited impact if the mortgage is in your name.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

It would be possible in other ways like a lot of hot client leads but anything other than that will probably be specific to what that agent needs.

This has become increasingly popular after the suit settled 2024 with the National Association of Realtors regarding commissions and client representation.see article:  https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/15/economy/nar-realtor-commissio...Good luck!