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Will Gaston Nearing 1,000 College Student Tenants: Here's what I've Learned
21 November 2024 | 305 replies
I'm amazed to hear you say you don't require parent co-signers.
Calum Bressington Lead Paint Certification
21 November 2024 | 25 replies
Of course, plus any work required.  
Greg Seivert How much in tax deductions should I really take
21 November 2024 | 2 replies
You are required to file a complete and accurate return, which means reporting the income that you earned along with atleast the direct expenses that you incurred on your rental.There are two comflicting forces - Your tax accountant wants to be aggressive with deductions because it will entitle you to paying less taxes(now or in the future).Your lender wants to see as much income as that will increase your Debt to Income Ratio(DTI).The good thing is that you can speak with your lender about 'one time expenses', that were only incurred in that year and are not reoccuring. 
Michael Nguyen New to real estate. Should I create an LLC? How difficult is lending options?
21 November 2024 | 16 replies
It may be required on a Commercial, DSCR, or Hard Money loan but I would encourage you to speak to multiple lenders to find out which specific loan program you need for your goals and qualifications. 
Melanie Baldridge "Does the IRS require site visits for cost segregation studies?"
13 November 2024 | 10 replies
Quote from @Melanie Baldridge: Quote from @Sean Graham: Quote from @Melanie Baldridge: A question that we get:"Does the IRS require site visits for cost segregation studies?"
Marc Shin Best way to save receipts for REI?
20 November 2024 | 9 replies
TIAIf you have an electronic record (bank statement, credit card, accounting software, etc) of the transaction the IRS doesn't require you to keep receipts unless it's a cash (took real paper money out of your pocket) transaction for $75 or more.
Richard Foltys Seeking Advice on Best Long-Term Investment Locations in the USA or Caribbean for STR
21 November 2024 | 8 replies
Getting down deeper into the local regulations and such is each will require networking with city officials or other investors who are already active in those markets. 
Marjorie Deprez Cash Purchase with Refinance
19 November 2024 | 8 replies
If you use a DSCR rental loan it could be as low as 3-6 months of time seasoning required so it depends on what product you're using to accomplish the mission/goal.The time frame isnt a legal requirement, its a financing product specific requirement as a guideline to obtaining the money in which you seek.If you had other scenario related questions feel free to mention them below or via DM.
Sarah Rhee Significant equity in two homes, stuck on what to do next, recently lost a job
23 November 2024 | 5 replies
You can also get into more active strategies like STR and rehabs, but the work required to get in this is significant and at that point you might be able to just get a new role with the same pay with the equivalent effort.Is your entire industry in a hiring freeze or just your company laying off?
Mary Pastoral VRBO charges 10% commission for direct booking outside of their platform
23 November 2024 | 40 replies
If Vrbo determines an offline booking occurred, you may be required to pay compensation.