You could argue it's a loophole and not the intention of the lawmakers.Wis.

The property is 20 mins from San Diego proper and 30 from the beach.

The IRS and underlying regulations require that you actually perform services to count toward these hours.Have a great Sunday! 

I am a long-time listener, and new poster here @ Bigger Pockets Forum.

AJ Smith wow.amazing post and great steps!

I would like to eventually leave my 9-5, pay off student loans and get rid of PMI on my first property ASAP.The townhome is my primary residence and I will answer any questions and be grateful for any guidance.

I have friends that routinely use ear plugs in a detached single family to eliminate noise from kids, spouses, cars going by on street, etc., when sleeping.

Darden Restaurants, the parent of Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse, is making a significant move by acquiring Chuy's, a Tex-Mex chain, for $605 million.

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

Usually holding costs and lost opportunity costs far outweigh the gain in sales price.I would also have multiple exit strategies and if prices dropped more than I wanted could I keep it as a long-term investment and have the rent cover my expenses.