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Shiloh Lundahl New Partnership Model
4 February 2025 | 87 replies
Quote from @Stuart Udis: You can also reduce your transactional costs by using a bank construction to permanent loan with an earn out.
Makani Donaldson STR in Hawaii
8 January 2025 | 10 replies
The regulation was ruled illegal and a permanent injunction was issued.  
Michael Plaks EXPLAINED: sending 1099s to contractors and vendors
15 January 2025 | 13 replies
You can print this one on your computer, no need for the “official” printed forms.W-9 asks them to enter their name, address, and tax ID – which can be a SSN, ITIN (for people who are not permanent residents) or EIN (business tax ID).
Julio Gonzalez Asset Classifications for Cost Segregation
7 January 2025 | 6 replies
Non-tangible property includes buildings, land or other inherently permanent structures.I get a lot of questions on which group specific assets belong in, so I put together a list to help.Non-Tangible PropertyBuilding (27.5 or 39 Year Useful Life)Land (Non-Depreciable)Paved Parking Areas (15 Year useful life)Swimming Pools (15 Year useful life)Fences (15 year useful life)Bridges (15 year useful life)Exterior Landscaping (15 year useful life)Docks (15 year useful life)Sidewalks (15 year useful life)Tangible Personal PropertyMillwork or decorative trimCarpetAir Conditioning equipmentShelving, cabinets and display racksAccordion doors and partitionsWall coveringsInterior landscapingNeon or other signsDecorative and business specific activity light fixturesGenerators, machinery and kitchen equipmentWindow treatmentsWhat other questions do you have regarding cost segregation?
Don Konipol The Most DANGEROUS Real Estate Investments for the “Amateur” Investor
1 February 2025 | 56 replies
The allure of fat cash flow (at least on paper) and the low barrier of entry (down payment) never stop attracting new investors. 
Don M. First time with new construction: Cape Coral, FL
5 February 2025 | 205 replies
Did you try a local CU or bank for a construction to permanent loan?
Troy Smith CPA tax advice.
9 January 2025 | 11 replies
But I would urge planners to consider that the Sec 263 regs they rely upon for the justification for not expensing remodeling costs is actually an exclusion section which prohibits deductions under pspecified circumstances that being that the amount was: "paid out for new buildings or for permanent improvements or betterments made to increase the value of any property or estate."
Benjamin Carver Building an ADU in Raleigh NC: Here's What You Need to Know
6 January 2025 | 8 replies
And as investors we should know this, but always anticipate higher costs and longer waits.EXAMPLE Breakdown of Costs:Plan Purchase: $1,500Permitting Fees: $2,500-7,500Site Preparation (grading, utilities, foundation): $20,000–$30,000ADUs require separate utility connections for water, electricity, and sewer but you can tap into existing utilities at the primary houseIn Raleigh you CANNOT split lots fee simple, so setting up completely separate utilities would not allow you to section off the ADU as of nowYour ADU must be on a permanent foundation (no wheels, no ability to move the structure)Construction (labor and materials): $100,000–$150,000Low-grade: $150–$180/sq ft averageMid-grade: $180–$220/sq ft averageHigh-end: $220–$250/sq ft averageLandscaping/Finishing Touches: $5,000Total Estimated Cost: $125,000–$200,000You could easily spend $200k+ with super end high finishes, custom designs, complicated sitework, adding a second story or more sqft, etc.
Stephanie Menard Expensive lesson by leaving one clause out of rental agreement
19 January 2025 | 41 replies
I feel like social media will be more permanent..  
Jerry Callow Short Term Rentals in SF
2 January 2025 | 5 replies
Here is some info: SF STR FAQAssuming the info is up-to-date, it must be your permanent residence (you must live at the property for a minimum 275 days a year), you can rent unhosted a max of 90 nights a year, you need a business license, and you need to pay the city $925 for a STR certificate.