https://www.kxan.com/news/loca...Another headlines by Elon...still speculation but would be amazing for SE Austin area...

The news cycle and facebook algorithms will just feed you both real and inflated/fake information because that's what they think you want to see. 

I was curious to hear what you guys think about the recent news with Opendoor co. and how that will impact the markets now and for potential new investors in the near future?

I've seen numerous news stories about it (just google Civvl, and there are plenty), but none is very descriptive, mostly just outrage porn.

Lot's of these syndicators like to syndicate big apartment buildings because they take a fat fee.I like retail because I understand it on a deep level so have comfort with it where others tend to be scared reading the latest news soundbite of the day.I think retail is poised for a nice rebound 2023-2025.

Just had this article come through my news reader and thought it might be of interest to STR investors:https://www.sparkfun.com/using_rfid_to_prevent_property_theft"In the US, there are roughly nine million vacation properties, the majority which are available for short-term rentals.

Let's keep it in to be safe though. additional expenses: 50 (garbage, lawn/snow, I don't know what)Here's the good news. 

And great news for the Real Estate pros trying to avoid taxes... the “placed in service” date was extended to January 1st 2027 (2028 for certain longer production property) So... you can keep up this new winning strategy... and avoid paying taxes for the next several years.The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 increased the first year Bonus Depreciation deduction percentage from 50% to 100%.That means... taking advantage of a Cost Seg Study... you can buy a building, front-load 20%-40% of the total depreciation to the first year.

Good news, keeps it more streamlined between the two!

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