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24 July 2018 | 0 replies
There are still significant tax benefits in analyzing improvements made to buildings as the TPR’s still recognize the ability to deduct certain renovation costs as repair expenses if applicable.To summarize, there are benefits and tradeoffs for those who own commercial real estate or residential rentals - investors included as well.
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2 February 2020 | 8 replies
Only income from the business that sponsors that plan can be used to make contributions.In your example, the contributions to the Solo 401(k) would be limited to the available portion of the $10K from the LLC.If you are also contributing to a 401(k) with the W-2 employer, that may impact your ability to contribute to your separate plan.This is a topic that merits a discussion with your licensed tax professional.
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3 February 2020 | 3 replies
To do this you will need four things: 1) a strong test ad in due diligence to prove that the demand is there 2) a dealer's license and an agreement to participate in the 21st Morgage's CASH program 3) the capital to make the necessary renovations to sell the home and 4) the knowledge and the ability to advertise, show and sell homes.There's no reason to fear the occasional loss of existing residents as long as you are prepared to replace them.
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13 February 2020 | 7 replies
The best thing you can do is understand the various options that exist to the best of your ability so you can be educated enough to ask them where they stand and what's available.
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29 April 2020 | 3 replies
@James YorkYou should work with a lender who is familiar with lenders with real estate portfolio's.Lenders have the ability to add-back certain items to come up with your total income which helps your DTI ratio.Regarding your rental income - a lender will add-back non-cash tax expenses such as depreciation.
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21 May 2020 | 10 replies
The intent was to maximize small businesses' ability to maintain liquidity, retain their employees and recover from this health crisis as quickly as possible.
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12 May 2020 | 17 replies
So, in 4-5 years we would build up a small portfolio of properties in places we like and would like to return to.My current business would allow me the ability to do this, so there isn’t anything holding me back from that perspective.
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5 June 2020 | 10 replies
LinkedIn is the best vetting tool for renters and buyers as you can assess their ability to pay or rent by their job status.
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10 June 2020 | 11 replies
So we encourage clients to call, email or send us random questions and we don't want them to be wary of getting a bill for an hour project.
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26 June 2020 | 23 replies
The ability to take meaningful action is the defining factor for the successful.For example if you are overweight, you can read 100 books, listen to 1000 podcasts and sign up for 10 programs.