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16 January 2025 | 9 replies
Look for professionals who understand the unique needs of real estate investors.
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11 February 2025 | 12 replies
Since rental losses are typically passive, the best way to offset W-2 income is through Real Estate Professional Status (REPS) (750+ hours) or Short-Term Rentals (STRs) (100+ hours and more time than anyone else managing the property), which allow real estate losses, including depreciation, to offset active income.A cost segregation study accelerates depreciation, generating large upfront deductions.
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11 February 2025 | 3 replies
The basic answer to your question is likely yes because I believe anyone who inherits an IRA can roll it over and what you are talking about is a valid way to roll an IRA over I believe but get advice from a professional on this one before taking action.
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4 February 2025 | 1 reply
Going live as a STR in 2 weeks Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
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5 February 2025 | 3 replies
Looking to connect with fellow investors, developers, and professionals who are interested in leveraging design to maximize their real estate ventures.
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31 January 2025 | 7 replies
I'm curious as what y'all consider to be the minimum criteria for approving a tenant, assuming you don't have access to professional tools.
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29 January 2025 | 21 replies
Quote from @Andrea Lucarelli: I’m interested in beginning my REI career with purchasing a SFH or condo in Cleveland area (safe neighborhood) to list as a furnished rental for travel medical professionals, supply corporate housing needs, or house temporarily displaced families for insurance companies.
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10 February 2025 | 11 replies
Scale down, explore passive investments, seek financial advice, prioritize well-being, liquidate assets if debt burdens are too great, and reenter the market cautiously, leveraging past experiences.Good luck!
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19 January 2025 | 14 replies
That said, I'm grateful for the alternatives you present--you're keeping the bottom line in mind, so I appreciate your help in exploring options that achieve the bottom line for the investors.
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18 February 2025 | 10 replies
Looking to connect with an experienced tax professional regarding filings for my 2 STR properties (Gatlinburg & Hollywood FL) which were both recently cost segregated.