Hi I am looking at some properties that need some rehabbing. Some need complete guts. Is there a way to determine an estimate for repairs before you see the property in person. For instance avg price per sq ft for reh...

I dove into the IRS code today, and I think I have an airtight argument that the de minimis rule applies not only to personal property like refrigerators and computers, but also to materials and supplies used in impro...

How should I apply this rule to prospective Housing Choice/Section 8 applicants, or should I even apply it ?
I've seen a mixed group of advice on this topic. Some say they apply it as they would anyone else, some say...

Is there a way to block specific people from commenting on your posts?

Has anyone found any authoritative sources that indicate the 20% QBI deduction under the new tax act applies specifically to rental real estate properties that are considered as Passive Activities under current law? T...

I am wondering if I should advertise my real estate business on Zillow. I would like to know if someone have had success through this platform. It is not cheap and it requires six months contract. I don't want to jump...

Obviously Chicago has a lot of zoning/permit types of hoops to jump through if you exist inside the city limits.  I have been doing my best to research a lot on my own to find out what sorts of regulations apply to my...

Looking to buy my first property and will have my parents as non-occupying co-signers (I will be occupying the home though). Looking at the Home Ready program through Fannie Mae. I understand when having non-occupying...

I'm wondering the true risk on resale of a RI home in a severe flood warning area (7/10 according to Redfin)? The insurance is roughly $120/month.  Is there anything else I should be considering?  

In case anyone wasn't aware, Providence's new regulations on AirBnB and other short-term rentals will go into effect November 30th, 2019.See the short-term rentals page in the City's Planning department website for a ...