Today is my first day at bigger pockets and I was going through some posts and I felt so connected with many of the experiences as an owner, and investor in many different levels.  

I think most of us have passive investment in mind which is what Steve's post was addressing.

Post tension slab? 

I signed up as a pro member a year ago, but just now making a new member introduction.My main reason that I am finally making an introductory post is that I am signed up for the May Rookie Boot Camp and assigned myself preparation homework to do some networking on the BP forum and to make an occasional post.My goal is to find my first cash flowing real estate deal in 2024, so this introduction is my first earnest effort to get out of my comfort zone and start connecting and learning from the voices of experience.Sincerely,Joe

Just sayin.This post was about listings that don’t have BB commissions losing value for unrepresented buyers because they no longer have that card to play “hey seller I’m unrepresented my offer doesn’t include commissions” won’t be there on those listings.

But you can still treat it as resulting in Ordinary Income even though it is reported on Schedule E, which lets you properly report in accordance with the tax results it seems you are shooting for under the tax return loophole.If your CPA is looking at switching it between schedules to get that tax result...it sounds like they don't understand the reporting position fully and/or they just don't know how to use their own software to address it.In summary, based on what you are describing for the situation, it should go on Schedule E, with what sounds like the resulting refund of $17k.

Hi, I’m new to wholesaling and I’m in need of help. I go to look at a property Thursday with a contractor to do my own due diligence, the property the owner wants 45k with an ARV OF 90k-120k. And has repairs listed at...

Good luck and keep us posted. 

I don't recommend doing that so it is refreshing to see your post as you seek to learn from others experiences/mistakes.To read about success stories on BiggerPockets, click here.Lastly, I recommend getting out there and networking - BP meetups, Eventbrite and meetup.com are good places to search.

I have it posted for $850.00 a month on Zillow, Apartments, Facebook, and Craigslist (when I say fully furnished, I mean everything including pots, pans, etc.).