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Ali Harris GC for adding bedrooms to duplex
5 July 2024 | 5 replies
Same thing for closet requirements, window access, and emergency egress availability.  
Ammar Khan House-Hacking / Managing Property / REPS?
4 July 2024 | 7 replies
This general log gives an overview of your activities, but it might not be detailed enough for IRS purposes.Example 2: Detailed LogMonday, 7/1/247 AM - 7:30 AM: Monitored security cameras1:30 PM - 2:15 PM: Responded to tenant question regarding parking3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Monitored security cameras4 PM - 4:15 PM: Checked mail and delivered to tenants, as necessary7 PM - 7:30 PM: Monitored security cameras10:30 PM - 11 PM: Monitored security cameras7 AM - 11 PM: Remained on standby all day for tenant needs/emergenciesThis detailed log breaks down your activities into specific time slots, which can provide a more precise account of how your time was spent.Best Practices for Record-KeepingBe Specific: Break down your activities into smaller time intervals, as shown in the detailed log example.Use a Logbook or App: Consider using a time-tracking app or a dedicated logbook to keep daily records.Document Standby Time: Clearly note the hours you are on standby for emergencies, but also separate it from active tasks.Include All Activities: Document everything from advertising to maintenance and tenant interactions.Consulting with a Tax ProfessionalGiven the complexity of qualifying for REPS, it's always a good idea to consult with a tax professional.
Jeffrey Anderson Gil Buying Prefabricated houses from China with Alibaba, a good deal?
3 July 2024 | 40 replies
LICENSE AND FEES $8000, CUSTOMIZATION OF THE HOME $5,0000, CONTRACTORS (I HAVE NOT IDEA JUST FROM WHAT I HAVE BEEN TOLD $5-$10,000 BECAUSE THERE ARE NO HEAVY LIFTING, CRANES OR HEAVY TOOLS), AND LETS DO $10,000 FOR EMERGENCIES.
Bruce Reeves Overall guidance advice - summer home
4 July 2024 | 14 replies
. - Management: it may be hard to manage the home if you are not living in the area, to deal with emergency maintenance or make sure the home is getting taken care of.
Shannon Green How to handle reservations when a hurricane is coming
2 July 2024 | 8 replies
For named hurricanes, cyclones and tropical storms and National states of emergency due to weather, and directed at NE Florida, we will consider on a case by case basis for cancellations within the 5 day window. if anyone has suggestions on a better way to handle I am all ears. 
Sanket Patke need help analyzing a cash flow negative deal
3 July 2024 | 13 replies
Couple reasons for this.1. sucks to lose money every month when you just put down 20%, which can be a lot of money2. what if there is some kind of emergency i.e. large maintenance, non paying tenant, etc, then you are really in a bind and obviously that comes out of your personal funds3.
Trent Reeve Need help with Schlage lock
1 July 2024 | 14 replies
Schlage is usually doing maintenance on the servers which can cause the locks to become disconnected.Another thing you could do is put in 5 or so emergency codes for guests just in case.
Nathan Frost QCD property from LLC to name
3 July 2024 | 10 replies
Really, I don't need it immediately but want it for a nest egg/emergencies/vacancies. 
Atlas Blake International Real Estate Investing
2 July 2024 | 12 replies
I'm also open to investing in emerging areas and putting in the effort to develop the property.Thank you in advance for your time and energy.
Nir Poldian Blast SMS Marketing - The legal way...
30 June 2024 | 5 replies
. § 227 SEC. 227. [47 U.S.C. 227] RESTRICTIONS ON THE USE OF TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT(A) to make any call (other than a call made for emergency purposes or made with the prior express consent of the called party) using any automatic telephone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice—