If the activities rise to the level of a trade or business and you/the entity are/is a dealer with respect to the mentioned properties, the income would not be capital gains but instead ordinary trade or business income subject to SE taxes.I'd recommend you engage a professional to help make the decision (especially if you expect first year net to be $300k), as there are qualitative and quantitative factors that need to be considered. 

What was the outcome?

I understand that  REITs are traded like stocks and thus should be treated like a stock, but I don't know if the dividend payout affects the math here or how much it does.

With crude oil futures trading at a negative price, do you think stock prices will fall further? 

total renovation What was the outcome?

What was the outcome?

What was the outcome?

- Going to be remodeling each unit (new appliances, bathroom, countertops, refinishing floors, etc)- Changing heat from gas to electric because electric is metered so tenant pays- Adding AC to each unit, which will be electric also- Improving common areas- Improving curb appeal Might build 4-6 new units because the lot is very large What was the outcome?

As a real estate investor, it is common to get criticized for investing in real estate versus putting every penny in the stock market (especially from financial planners who want that trade commission/fee).

Because I am not 100% familiar with the rehab process from start to finish and I work a full time job I feel as if I won't be able to fully control the outcome of the property.