I really think that this woman would create accusations or problems with neighbors with a dog. 

Without new companies creating similar-paying replacement jobs, workers may have to settle for lower-paying service sector positions.

Section 179 deductions may apply to assets directly supporting your business, excluding personal-use components.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

@Jamie BatemanIf I understand what they do- it looms like they are just a middle man where someone wants financing on a property they find a lender for it and will create documentation.

If they work independently, set their schedule, and use their resources, they might qualify as a 1099 contractor, but misclassification risks IRS penalties.Wages for W-2 employees and payments to 1099 contractors are both deductible business expenses, but compliance is key.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

It all depends on the work you/your clients want to do to create value and the overall game plan.

To maintain control and avoid being locked into larger deals, consider directly owning replacement properties or exploring a partial 1031 exchange while carefully structuring syndication investments.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

Get a new loan only for the equity created by this rehab?

For added liability protection, consider setting up an LLC for the rental, though this may have limited impact if the mortgage is in your name.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

created a free eFiling option for 1099s directly with the IRS.