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I have a 3 units in Bay area. Tenants from one of the unit volunteered to lay fake grass in the backyard (500 sqft+) as long we cover all the materials. I am cool paying for all materials, but worry about the liabili...
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If I want to market outside my area, is an out-of-state area code a marketing deterrent? Do I need a virtual assistant or answering service with a local area code for my marketing materials?
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So I have some tax questions that can be difficult to get answered. I recently had new floors installed in a condo I own and run as a rental. The floors were installed by Lowes and I have a receipt showing material ve...
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Hey All!
I have been in the game for the past 4 years, started like most people here with not a lot of my own capital. I was always in the look for ways to increase my ROI so I could do more projects.
Fast forward t...
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Background:There is a very reputable builder in Baton Rouge that is building a new neighborhood. About 3 months ago I sign a contract to build the home of my dreams. Simple 3/2 called an “Oxford” model. We agree to pu...
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Large basement reno with materials and labor seperate. Contractor requested home depot reloadable gift card loaded with my money to keep and buy all supplies and now will not provide receipts for those purchases. I'm ...
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I purchase a property in Atlanta with hard money. Call it “123 Main Street”. I pulled permits through the city of Hapeville and did a full gut renovation. I am now being told by the city that they will not turn on wat...
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All, I got below quote from a contractor and it is much higher than expected. Would anyone be able to say, which components are overpriced? This is for a rehab outside of Columbus, OH. Any help is appreciated. Irina
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Hope everyone is well. I wanted to start by saying thank you so much for everyones help and your contributions to BiggerPockets! My name is Josh Ridener and I am flipping houses in the Los Angeles area. BiggerPocket...
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This is a revision of my old post on this timely topic. Timely because January 31st is the deadline.
Sending 1099-NEC (formerly 1099-MISC) to contractors and vendors
2024 update: While not directly related...