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Nicholas Kania Guidance on Forming a Real Estate Business: Partnership, Tax Strategies, Accounting
27 August 2024 | 11 replies
., Airbnb)Potentially acquiring and operating small businessesQuestions and Areas for Advice:Business Structure: We’re debating between forming an S-Corp or an LLC.
Chuck E. Tenant Complains AC Not Cooling to 68 degrees, Outside Is 114 degrees
26 August 2024 | 44 replies
I'd also send them the manual for whatever unit you have which should contain the recommended operating temperatures (and min and max).Edited to add it also depends if they are normally hot or cold and how they are dressed.
Carlo D. Can't open a bank account for my newly formed LLC
26 August 2024 | 1 reply
Even if you go DSCR where they lend to the LLC, they are going to ask for articles of incorporation, EIN assignment letter, operating agreement, and sometimes a certificate of status as well. 
Deborah Wodell Go-To Tools in Real Estate Investing
26 August 2024 | 4 replies
Nice to look at, easy to use, good amount of deals advertised in the states that they operated in.
Jason Phu Cash purchase, seller want to stay back after closing
28 August 2024 | 23 replies
Speak to a real estate attorney as I cannot really give legal advice on this, but I have seen clients of mine structure this as a leaseback. 
Rajagopalarao Paidi Any recommendation on forming out of state LLC or Home State LLC
26 August 2024 | 8 replies
Let's break down the pros and cons of each approach:Forming an LLC in the State Where the Property is Located:Pros:Compliance with Local Laws: Establishing an LLC in the state where the property is situated ensures compliance with local regulations and laws specific to that jurisdiction.Legal Clarity: It provides clear legal jurisdiction and may simplify any legal proceedings related to the property in that state.Perception: Operating with a local LLC may give tenants and local authorities confidence in your commitment to the community.Cons:Additional Costs: Setting up and maintaining an LLC in another state means incurring additional registration fees, taxes, and possibly hiring local legal counsel.Administrative Burden: Managing multiple LLCs across different states adds complexity to your administrative workload, including extra paperwork and compliance requirements.Tax Implications: You may face tax obligations in both the state where the property is located and your home state, potentially leading to double taxation or complexities in tax filings.Managing Through Home State LLC:Pros:Simplified Management: Handling all properties under a single LLC streamlines administrative tasks, reducing paperwork and simplifying tax filings.Cost Savings: Avoiding the need to establish multiple LLCs in different states saves on registration fees, legal expenses, and ongoing maintenance costs.Consistency: Uniformity in management practices and legal structures may contribute to efficiency and ease of operation across your real estate portfolio.Cons:Legal Exposure: Operating out-of-state properties under a home state LLC may expose your personal assets to the laws and liabilities of the other state, potentially diminishing the liability protection the LLC offers.Compliance Challenges: You'll need to ensure your home state LLC meets the legal requirements for conducting business in other states, which could involve additional filings and fees.Perception and Credibility: Some tenants or local stakeholders may prefer dealing with a landlord who has a local presence, which could impact your reputation or relationships in the community.Ultimately, the decision depends on your specific circumstances, risk tolerance, and long-term goals.
Robert Burns Cash Flow positive and Will Bring Rents to Market
26 August 2024 | 4 replies
Min found it and his team helped me form mine!
Kyle Mason House Hacking afordability
26 August 2024 | 5 replies
The lender just needed to see payments being made for 12 months out of a bank account that was not mine.
Alexa Ferguson Denver Airbnb Designer
26 August 2024 | 10 replies
I'm definitely still in the exploration phase to see if I will end up going this route, but as I've furnished multiple units, I've realized I don't really enjoy that part of the process nor is design a strength of mine, so if I can hire it out to someone who will do a better job than me for a reasonable price, I will.
Cameron Fowler Out of State Investing Locations
28 August 2024 | 32 replies
There has been significant growth, especially with tech giants like Intel, Meta, Amazon, and Google setting up operations (2 data centers), driving up property prices and job opportunities.