In my case, I would have just registered it in CT where the property was - which is all that was required since I was doing business in CT.  

So to clarify the how, why and what of hard money loans, I have outlined a very simplified explanation of where we as a hard money (commercial real estate ) lender come in1.

I connected with a real estate agent who had a large investor client who was looking to off-load some of his portfolio.

I recently spoke to a local real estate agency and they said their property management company is booming but they need more listing.

Are you utilizing any cost segregation studies/real estate professional status to lower the taxable income?

Unlimited losses allowed for landlords who qualify for REPS - Real Estate Professional status.

Would the listing agent not want to do business with me because I've done this?

The great divide” is between purchasing real property for CASH FLOW, or purchasing real property for CAPITAL APPRECIATION.IKnow, I know, the two are NOT mutually exclusive.  

I found someone local who is willing to handle property management (for 20%), but it feels like a waste if I'm already handling the listings and automation and integrations to run the business.

I looking to start a real estate career with opening Oxford houses.