I want to establish a relationship with someone for future needs. 

Here are a few definitions that you absolutely must know.Bookmark this thread and use it as your cheat sheet for 2024.Okay, let’s dive in:Here are the terms that I’ll define in this thread:-DEPRECIATION-BONUS DEPRECIATION-COST SEGREGATION -BASIS-LAND VALUE-IMPROVEMENT VALUE-3115-RECAPTUREDEPRECIATION:Depreciation is the decrease in $$ value of your asset over time due to wear & tear, etc.Standard depreciation is deducted evenly over 27.5 years for residential and 39 years for commercial.Even w/o cost segregation you get to deduct depreciation each year.BONUS DEPRECIATION:This is an accelerated depreciation method.

Looking to get my first rental and looking into a build to rent.  

I plan to build a 6 unit multi-residential building on the back of the property in the next few years which most likely will complicate keeping the current SBA-HEDCO loan due to restrictions of the loan.  

The communication has been awful and the seller is furious over the one week delay, mostly because the lender will not commit to a date.

You'll need a reliable network of local professionals (plumbers, electricians, handymen) you can trust.Hiring a Property Manager:Peace of Mind: They handle day-to-day operations, tenant communications, and legal compliance.Local Expertise: They understand the local market trends and rental laws in Colorado Springs.Cost: While there’s a fee, many find it worth the reduction in stress and time commitment.Lessons Learned from ExperienceBuild a Strong Local Team: Even if you manage the property yourself, having a dependable local handyman and a real estate attorney can save you headaches.Leverage Technology: Utilize property management software for rent collection, maintenance requests, and tenant screening.

Anacostia, while considerably better than it use to be is no where near class B.

The new guys we hired were not up to par so we thought it couldn't hurt to try this. 

So admins please let me know if this post needs to be moved to a different category. 

The current plan is to look into some sort of multifamily and house hack at the same time but plans may change when I get to know more.