I wanted to have a spot to rent out and cover the monthly mortgage payments while securing a small spot to have for myself in the next 30 years for when I no longer reside in Charlotte but want to visit friends, or downsize.

Were you looking to acquire more homes for that specific property? 

Imagine you bought a property for $2M.The land (excluding any structures) is valued at $400K.Since land is not depreciable in the eyes of the IRS, we subtract the land value from your purchase price to get your depreciable basis.Your depreciable basis is simply where a cost seg engineer starts from when allocating your eligible assets into either 5, 7, or 15 year property.In the scenario above, your starting basis would be $1.6M since your basis = your purchase price - the land value.Having an accurate land value is essential to getting your depreciation/bonus depreciation calculations right.This is the starting point for any cost seg study that you do.

I recently moved to South Florida and I'm looking to meet some knowledgeable real estate people.

Hi all - I'm struggling with what the best type of analysis to use to come up with to compare investment options and wondering if anyone could help me focus on the right metrics.I am trying to make a decision on build on an existing piece of land that I have or to buy a completely different deal.Details:- Currently own/operate a triplex that cash flows very well.

@Catalyn PerezWelcome to the site.Good luck to you & I'll see you around the forums.

Should I still try to undercut competition?

Understanding the ins and outs of this rule is imperative to using it to your advantage.

Hi All,Posted the below on in a couple other forums in hopes to get more eyes but this seems like the best one for people just like myself.I have just started a career transition and excited to be getting into the real estate industry.

Loans for flips are usually 12 months in length and only require you to pay interest each month.