Yamil Naf
Seeking Advice: Raising $160K for a Second Short-Term Rental Investment in FL
15 January 2025 | 9 replies
I’m looking to raise $160,000 to cover the purchase, renovation, and activation of this new Airbnb property.
James Wise
Why do people Buy Property in California
22 January 2025 | 203 replies
And then your only 10 minutes from Lake Davis which is a high mountain stunning lake for all boating activities and great trout fishing.
Leah Miller
Bank Won't Close Due to FEMA Disaster Designation
29 January 2025 | 24 replies
Additionally, you could also check with your insurance provider to confirm there's no active risk and provide that documentation to the lender as reassurance.
William Taylor
New to BiggerPockets Forum as an Agent/Investor! *New Member Introduction*
12 January 2025 | 5 replies
I currently have sold a few residential homes in my time as a realtor, but I'm more-so looking to become an active real estate investor and agent.
Katherine Lewis
Success w/Marketing to Special Occasion Groups?
13 January 2025 | 5 replies
The marketing copy and photo captions, professional photos, and weekly activity on the OTA listing, makes a big difference in bookings.
Melanie Baldridge
What is MACRS classification?
10 January 2025 | 0 replies
When it comes to real estate, here's a general list of eligible assets and their depreciable lifespans that you should know: Residential Rental Property = 27.5 yearsThis includes any building or structure where 80% or more of its gross rental income is from residential units.That means:- Apartment buildings- Single-family rental homes- Duplexes, triplexes, and quadplexes- Mobile homes (used for residential rental)- Any kind of residential lodging facility where the primary purpose is long-term rentalCommercial Property = 39 yearsThis includes non-residential properties like:-Office buildings-Retail stores and shopping centers-Warehouses-Industrial complexes-Hotels and motels that do not qualify as residential rental propertyLand Improvements = 15 yearsThese include sidewalks, roads, fencing, some landscaping, and parking lots that are separate from the building.Personal Property = 5 or 7 yearsPersonal property used in a rental activity usually has a 5 or 7-year life.This includes most furniture, appliances, carpeting and various machinery.Qualified Improvement Property (QIP) = 15 yearsGenerally, this includes any improvements made to the interior of a non-residential building after the building was placed in service, excluding elevators, enlargements, and the internal structural framework.Computers and Related Peripheral Equipment = 5 yearsVehicles = 5 yearsNote that the land itself is not depreciable.
Meir Ben-Yechiel
Question About Investment Goal Strategy
8 January 2025 | 5 replies
5k a I don’t mind if it takes a few years, and I’m willing to be as actively involved as needed to achieve my goals.
James Wise
Failed Leadership is why California is on fire.
23 January 2025 | 165 replies
Now do i think human activities can have impact on this, 100%.
Rachel Jane
Rent or sell
20 January 2025 | 7 replies
A vacation rental could generate higher returns but requires more active management.
Katie Southard
Really want my rental in an LLC
14 January 2025 | 1 reply
While my husband and his ex make a similar income and do not exchange child support due to us pointing that out in court a couple of years ago, she actively request all financial documents that she possibly can and examines our taxes, etc.