I would not want to buy something that was illegal or have a agent sell me something when they knowingly know that I am not going to be able to STR it. 

Hey BP Community, I am still relatively new to the real estate industry at least in the sales side (have been a leasing agent for over 3 years).

It sounds like you have a special knack for locating troubled investments.

As an investor and agent here, let me know if you have any questions or want to connect

The three most common approaches include:Cost approach: An estimate of the replacement cost less depreciationIncome approach: Calculation of estimated potential rental incomeSales approach: Uses comps of recent transactions on similar propertiesBe sure you are leveraging the tax incentives availableIdentify any applicable tax incentives available for commercial properties - historic tax credits in certain areas, opportunity zones, environmental sustainability, etc.Understand available tax deductions, credits, and rebates - Tax deductions decrease the taxable value of a property, tax credits directly reduce your tax liability dollar for dollar and tax rebates are a refund of taxes paid under certain conditions.Utilize a cost segregation study - Cost segregation allows you to reclassify assets into categories with shorter useful lives, therefore accelerating depreciation and creating tax savings.Leverage energy incentives and deductions - Look into the Section 179D deduction and how you can save on tax by meeting certain standards to make your property more environmentally friendly.Best practices for commercial real estate owners and monitoring their property tax regulations:Plan proactivelyWork with a professional to receive guidance on complex regulationsUtilize specialized software tools to drive efficiency and compliance.What questions do you have regarding property tax valuations?

It says the property:Assignment AgreementProperty Address: XXXXX, CA xxxxxEffective Date: 04/11/2024Escrow agent is hereby instructed and directed by PINPOINT OFFERS USA (“Assignor”) that theAssignee(s) in the above referenced escrow is/are PATRIK INDERBITZEN AND XIN FANG 2024TRUST (“Assignee”), and you are hereby instructed to treat said Assignee(s) in all respects as though theywere the original purchaser(s) to said escrow

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If I were you, I would talk to another CPA (who specializes in REI) or a real estate attorney.

I used the "find an agent" link and got connected with a great agent.

I am stuck between taking a chance on being an agent, or getting a consistent full time income for the foreseeable future.