I am seeking an experienced tax advisor (preferably licensed in CA) with strong expertise in US and German tax law, particularly in real estate investments, mixed income (W-2 & self-employment), and international taxation matters. 

So, when Trump changes to no tax on tips I feel inclined to change my rental income structure.50% reduction in rent.Previous 50% made up from a mandatory nontaxable tip. 

If you are sole member LLC you just take a distribution from your business account to your personal account.You are likely already reporting the income on a schedule E.

The income requirement was $6000.

If you pay two years' worth of property taxes in 2025 (January and December), both payments are deductible on your 2025 return, potentially reducing your taxable rental income significantly.

I use apartments.com, so the money didn't end up in my account until 1/6/25.Is this considered income for 2024 or 2025? 

I am working toward passive income to live off of.

(income = 3 x monthly rent, Debt-To-Income, etc. can still be used!)

I’d hate to see you walk away from that high an income and regret it.

I mean myself and any bank would need more details, but if you utilize that large sum as a downpayment and have a small mortgage, wouldn't you easily qualify for the debt to income?