@Ned CareyThis right here - great point on registered agentHonestly (posted this prior) people 100% think they are more important than they really are and nobody cares who you are.

Prior to that, could we schedule a call?  

Most of my folks shave off 10-20% in taxes their first year even without REPS real estate professional status.Taxable Brokerage Account: Not recommended, put into Alts.2.

Together, my partner and I (mid-late 20s) make around $355k pre-tax but don't have much in savings at the moment.

Hi Ali, The good news is because you have experience there are loan products designed especially for investors that require NO personal income or tax returns.

I've seen some beautiful outdoor paths & patios done this way etc, fill in the gaps with sand or concrete.You might also donate it to a habitat for humanity store (call and ask if they'll take it first) where they might get it in front of the right set of eyes. they might give you a tax donation receipt?

Helocs must also be calculated in underwriting based on fully exhausted payment meaning even if you only use a portion during the next purchase they underwriter will hit you with the full payment for risk.Cash out on the other hand is a liquid reserve tax free and it only requires (1) mortgage/lien.

Alabama has the second lowest property taxes in the nation behind Hawaii. 

Probably a good thing for US tax payers since we are in a seller's market.

Presented by Premier Law PLLCAccording to Florida tax regulations, real property without a homestead exemption is eligible for a 10% cap on annual increases in its assessed value for real property tax purposes.