It makes sense to want depreciation to offset ordinary income.
Here's the kicker:You need to establish that you are real estate professional. Then you establish material participation.There are two tests to a real es...

Im new to BP and posted my first blog entry at http://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs
I was expecting some insightful comments and criticisms. Did not get any. I noticed none of the other blogs dating back weeks appear t...

Hi all! As the title suggests, I'm looking to gain some advice on how to connect with investors as a realtor. Kindly advise. Thanks!

Hi! I am looking into buying a STR on Sanibel Island. We have investments in Gatlinburg and Hilton Head and it seems I won't see as much profit with this but we want it for personal use too. We are looking for 2-3 bed...

I have a good problem on my hands. I am about to close on my rehab that took about 6 months from buy closing to sell closing. I also expect to do very well and receive a big, one-time windfall of cash.

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Hello everyone! I finally decided to introduce myself.  Sadly for me, I discovered BiggerPockets just a few weeks ago. I'm obsessed with anything and everything BP!! I'm reading as much as possible as well as listenin...

Good Day. I will be taking my NC Real Estate licensing exam on February 21. I am huge introvert and understand that entering this business has no room for that. Any advice on how to put myself out there to generate le...

I'm always looking for ways to help convince our users that the way to be successful in social media is to provide great content and to engage. Here's a great article from one of the top social media guys around - Je...

Hello all,My wife and I are currently ready to place an offer on our fist rental property in Albany NY. It has 3 units with 3/3/2 bedrooms. Property is newly remodeled. We just checked the property this weekend and,...

Hi, my name is Brandon and I currently live and work in Grand Rapids, MI.To help explain my question I'll provide some background:I purchased my first property in early 2018 (single-family, 4 BR) with the intent of li...