We all love the idea of the elusive off market deal, but if you are just a person who buys real estate rather than someone who has a real estate business, don't get cute.

I'm certain it would be difficult for a small business owner to stay profitable as expenses are always on the rise. 

. - Experience with growing and scaling a business (Started and grew my high-end tile business.)- Licensed Builder (wanting to build my own MF units)  - Skilled laborer. 

Expenses prior to the property being placed in service will not be as beneficial from a tax standpoint If it is a business, bonus depreciation will be available in the first tax filing if there is a cost seg

I've been busy with a different pursuit and haven't posted much for the last year.

My business partner and I had 219 units together and we handled everything.

We've found it has superior reporting features, integration features, and is overall more efficient to work within than other REI-specific software.The downside is QBO is not set up for REI so you'll need to do that or work with an expert to ensure it is set up for your business appropriately.Something else to keep in mind is your entity structure and how your entities file tax returns.

People get busy and forget.

We are in California but do business in North Carolina.

Can't you see the conflict of interest here?