The tiny houses would be so much cheaper than new builds but will like to know the average lifespan of a tiny house.

New member looking for tax advice on first RE deal.Looking to offset taxable income of my current business income while investing in a rental property.

If you decide to buy a property like this you probably need to buy it cheaper, get multiple quotes, and talk to contactors in person.

When I used vinyl surrounds, yes it was much cheaper, but I had to replace almost every turn over.  

These 3 metros have prices cheaper than the national average, healthy rent-to-price ratios, and growing economies--solid market fundamentals. 

Its cheaper to get another appraisal.

I bought a duplex in RWC in 2013 when things were a lot cheaper, and then refinanced when rates were crazy low, so that worked out well but it's a different world now sadly -- otherwise I'd love to rinse and repeat!

I have kinda been against installing carpet but it might be an easier and cheaper alternative.I would love any and all thoughts.

While margins may be equal or higher on cheaper deals, you need to do more of them to yield the same cash output versus one successful larger deal.  

My wife and I file separate because if we filed jointly we would have to pay 10% of our combined taxable income.