One week into 2025 and the US housing market is facing considerable new challenges. 

A "lake house" might be in a residential zoned area where a commercial use would be prohibited or at least require a variance (approval) to make an exception.

While qualified dividends get preferential tax treatment, real estate offers:Depreciation deductions1031 exchangesCost segregation opportunitiesHome office deductions for your management activitiesAnd more!

You are also going to need to decide how to manage the property. 

You just need a good property manager.

People care more about the appearance of kitchen appliances because they are in a public portion of the house as opposed to washer/dryers which visitors rarely see. 4.

RAD did not respond to a direct inquiry about this discrepancy.RAD said in its statement that the founders of the company that handles RAD’s operations, RAD Management, have “significant investing and property management experience.”RAD Management is led by Mendenhall and other RAD Diversified executives, according to the circular.

I’ve been in the industry for several years, and my work has given me a solid understanding of property systems, maintenance, and what makes a home a great investment.I’m now looking to expand my own real estate journey by learning how to acquire and manage short-term and long-term rental properties.

Spending a ton on property management doesn't seem like the best move.

Cash flow can be great if you manage it well and keep occupancy rates high, but factor in the added costs of management, cleaning, and potential vacancy dips.