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6 February 2025 | 13 replies
This can provide a better depreciation benefit than traditional STR real estate.If permanently affixed to land, it qualifies for real estate depreciation (27.5 years for residential properties).Considerations:Zoning laws and campground restrictions may impact legality.Self-employment tax risk arises if you provide substantial guest services.Vacation home rules apply if personal use exceeds 14 days or 10% of rental days, limiting deductions.Audit risk is high, so keep detailed records of participation, expenses, and rental operations.Given the potential tax benefits and complexities, consulting a real estate tax professional is advised to ensure compliance and maximize deductions.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.
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15 January 2025 | 3 replies
If the tenants don’t leave by the deadline, your next step would be to check your state’s landlord-tenant laws to understand the eviction process.
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26 January 2025 | 43 replies
Alba v Jean-claude Kaufmann :: 2006 :: New York Appellate Division, Third Department Decisions :: New York Case Law :: New York Law :: US Law :: Justia This decision gives an excellent explanation of when specific performance might be denied.EMF Gen.
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6 February 2025 | 7 replies
The law allows you to put all the deposits in one account.
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14 January 2025 | 9 replies
I would consider the tenant's past, as well as the condition of the unit, my local market, and other factors.
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21 January 2025 | 0 replies
Purchase price: $185,000 Cash invested: $5,000 Sale price: $220,000 Occupied by my in-laws.
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31 January 2025 | 121 replies
@Katie Miller I found mine at a local REIA.
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10 February 2025 | 3 replies
Depending on state law the buyer will have a certain amount of time to remedy this violation of covenants.
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13 January 2025 | 8 replies
Would definitely check local zoning / code enforcement laws as well.
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22 January 2025 | 31 replies
As others said out of state can be more challenging based on location but local or out of state both can be done.