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1 February 2025 | 15 replies
I contribute that much monthly any way as my side business helps to get me where I want when I retire.
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6 February 2025 | 0 replies
Investors can fast-track their timelines and boost ROI, while agents can use these streamlined rules as a selling point to attract development-minded buyers.In Carlsbad, SB-423 projects are allowed in residential or mixed-use zones near urban areas, with 75% of the site’s perimeter needing to border developed spaces like homes or businesses.
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3 February 2025 | 5 replies
I am no way affiliated or benefit from these referrals, just like to pass along good business!
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8 February 2025 | 8 replies
@Matthew McleanBigger Pockets is a great place to find an accountant specializing in real estate taxation.A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant specializing in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.Consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for an accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.
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2 February 2025 | 20 replies
Yes, that's a problem.As this thing has gone on, I realize that "AI" cannot be taught business ethics.
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24 January 2025 | 2 replies
Attend local builder associations or networking events, and focus on small contractors or businesses without in-house permit expertise.Highlight how you save time and ensure compliance—it’s a big value-add.
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11 February 2025 | 6 replies
My business partner and I just opened up our property managment company in the Chicago/Chicagoland area and it is not easy to do this the "right way".Honestly you can get yourself into some serious trouble if something happened with a tenant, an injury, anything and they sue and find out you don't have a license.
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11 February 2025 | 7 replies
Vacancy is a normal part of the business.
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23 January 2025 | 4 replies
I am here to create a business strategy that protects personal and business investments and mitigates risk, procure a coach or mentor, and set up tax strategies to create long-term wealth for myself and my family.
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10 February 2025 | 21 replies
I still have a hard time understanding how this business model works for them, but perhaps that upfront fee covers for lack of deal flow (?)