Natalie said: “It generates passive income…… You don't qualify as a RE pro in term of hours.”Code Section 469 (Passive Activity Losses) is irrelevant to TB discussion under Section 162.Natalie said: “You pay no self employment tax”Code Section 1402 (Self Employment Tax) is irrelevant to TB discussion under Section 162.Finally: Some of the cases I have cited decided what’s a “trade or business” under sections other than 162.

I’m looking for a hardworking, self motivated agent in the Tyler Tx area to start with my on this investment journey.

Self promotion isn't allowed here, so that's all I'll say about that.

If you're wanting to self-manage to save money or just to get experience, investing in your area is generally the better bet. 

It’s my niche and I own / self manage a ton of them in Poipu.

I am currently self employed in concrete pumping.

A lot of people immediately say I am calling a lawyer, but I would not suggest doing this, as it dIgs people Into a defensIve posItIon.

Now I just need to figure out if it’s worth it...was reading you can self identify as a fund, but only under a partnership or corporation.

I am self managing these units and enjoying it at the low level. 

I have been doing my own diligence as well to self educate, but there is no better source than experience.