We should have a great group there discussing how to obtain Real Estate Professional Status by an accountant! 

Again, a little more than linoleum, but last a lot longer, and depending on color choice, most scratches are hidden.But back to my original point, your tenants will be the primary driver of your success in real estate.  

In the real estate SFH market, we observed multiple platforms like Zillow, Redfin, Realtor, Trulia, and Movoto - each offering unique user interfaces, features, and experiences. 

Or "simply cost of doing business", they keep repeating - (an unprofitable business, it seems to me, but maybe I am just inexperienced?).

It's really going to depend on what you're needing in your new business.

It's a real pain to enforce but it's worth it.The majority of carriers right now have a loss rule on new business that varies but goes something like this... they will not accept your new policy if you have a loss in the last 3 or 5 years.

It's part of the cost of the business of property acquisition and can save you more than the cost.

I am a newbie real estate investor and I am doing a lot of the rehab myself and I was wondering what type of flooring long term rental investors use?

Hey Katrina,Your dedication to learning about finance and real estate investing is commendable, especially as a single mother.

This tenant operates a resale business and is currently renting a single unit on the ground floor.