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Kris Kempe Subject to exit strategy PLS HELP
22 January 2025 | 13 replies
While some buyers may shy away from the 7.125% interest rate, others who are familiar with the "Subject-To" strategy or are more flexible on financing terms may see it as an opportunity to acquire a property with decent equity and no need to qualify for traditional financing.
Janine Sharma 1099 or W2 for onsite MHP property manager?
12 January 2025 | 7 replies
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.
Frank Pyle Seeking Advice on Financing an Airbnb/Short-Term Rental
12 January 2025 | 10 replies
Hopefully they have enough income without the rent to qualify.  
Cole Bossert Starting Air BnB Management
6 January 2025 | 7 replies
Skills or qualities in no particular order: Communication, patience, empathy, listening ear, backbone, resilience, determination, organization, work ethic, lead a team, thick skin, time management, trusts their instinct, and all-around good ethics! 
Zach Howard LLC - many questions, please help!
12 January 2025 | 2 replies
Which increases paperwork & costs for little benefit - if any.4) You'll need an entity in the US.You need to discuss all this with a qualified tax professional or attorney.- For our clients, we provide consultations with a tax attorney that handles over 300 foreigners legal & tax needs.
Chris Summons Contracts for Sub Contractors to Sign
14 January 2025 | 4 replies
I encourage you to consult with a qualified attorney to ensure this agreement complies with applicable laws in your area.
Chandra Faulk How long does it take to find a qualified tenant?
27 December 2024 | 19 replies
EVERY applicant is "qualified"!
Victor Tofilski Why is my unit still vacant?
31 December 2024 | 49 replies
What it has, how much it is, what is minimums to qualify, AND most importantly how to do what you want them to do next, CALL TO ACTION.
Chris B. ESA exemption option for small landlords
7 January 2025 | 4 replies
.: In a prior post from about 2 months ago, Kerry Malarkey and Nathan Gesner mentioned a small landlord is exempt from FHA requirements requiring the acceptance of emotional support & assistance animals if one of the following is true:"Owner-occupied buildings Properties with four units or fewer that are owned and lived in by the ownerSingle-family homes Homes that are sold or rented without a broker by the owner, as long as the owner doesn't own more than three at once" (Quote from Nathan's reply))https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/52/topics/1219359-pitbu...Given this, if a landlord does qualify for the exemption, what exactly does this mean? 
Melanie Baldridge What is MACRS classification?
10 January 2025 | 0 replies
When it comes to real estate, here's a general list of eligible assets and their depreciable lifespans that you should know: Residential Rental Property = 27.5 yearsThis includes any building or structure where 80% or more of its gross rental income is from residential units.That means:- Apartment buildings- Single-family rental homes- Duplexes, triplexes, and quadplexes- Mobile homes (used for residential rental)- Any kind of residential lodging facility where the primary purpose is long-term rentalCommercial Property = 39 yearsThis includes non-residential properties like:-Office buildings-Retail stores and shopping centers-Warehouses-Industrial complexes-Hotels and motels that do not qualify as residential rental propertyLand Improvements = 15 yearsThese include sidewalks, roads, fencing, some landscaping, and parking lots that are separate from the building.Personal Property = 5 or 7 yearsPersonal property used in a rental activity usually has a 5 or 7-year life.This includes most furniture, appliances, carpeting and various machinery.Qualified Improvement Property (QIP) = 15 yearsGenerally, this includes any improvements made to the interior of a non-residential building after the building was placed in service, excluding elevators, enlargements, and the internal structural framework.Computers and Related Peripheral Equipment = 5 yearsVehicles = 5 yearsNote that the land itself is not depreciable.