The prior owners in my rental property must have been smokers. We have cleaned, primed, and painted the walls, cabinets etc. However we still smell cigarette smoke, so it must be in the carpet. We have steam cleane...

We are about to start building our first short term rental property. I am looking for a CPA to give guidance on the most effective way to go about the process and work with going forward. Our plan is to start with thi...

Why I like investing in real estate more than 401(k)s.
Both offer tax deferrals, but here's the difference:
If you're making pre-tax contributions to your 401(k), then withdrawals = ordinary income tax.
With real e...

Hi;

I know that residential agents will typical work a neighborhood by sending postcards, knocking on doors, setting up a website, and doing everything they can to "own" a neighborhood.

But how does a commercial age...

I've recently started my investment journey by buying a SF home as a house hack in Atlanta, Ga. Looking for a CPA who specializes in investment properties. I have been very organized with my records and wanted to buil...

Hello community,
I am reaching out to seek some valuable advice from experienced investors on approaching a local partner for a unique situation I find myself in.
I currently own a fourplex unit in Baton Rouge, but ...

Hoping a CPA or another person can provide some insight and definitive answers when it comes to land contracts, and tax consequences when selling real estate on land contract. Also, if an asset is held for under a yea...

We acquired a rehab for about $30,000. Requires about $18,000 repairs. ARV for property is about $85,000. Average rent in area is about $800. Would you sell or use property for rental after repairs? Whats the best rat...

Looking to buy my first rental property. Have around 80k or so I can utilize for a down payment. I've mostly looked at 4 unit or less properties. I have seen a couple 5 and 6 unit properties that have sparked my int...

This is my first project.  If I build a house, pre-sell it when almost done, then actually sell it when done, do I have to pay social security taxes on the profit?  I know as a short term gain I would have to pay inco...