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I own a business flipping vacant land properties so according to the irs I am a real estate dealer and my income is taxed as ordinary income which includes the full 15% self employment tax. I recently found out about...
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Managing my current portfolio while simultaneously expanding my efforts became a minor obstacle as I continued on my real estate investing path. Have you ever witnessed a performer riding a unicycle while juggling bur...
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As a property manager, the ability to identify a good rental property is crucial for success in the real estate industry. Knowing what to look for can save you time, money, and headaches in the long run. It's importan...
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I just had a potential tenant request a shorter term lease which would then become month to month and in exchange he was willing to pay higher rent than I’m asking. This was a red flag to me so I wanted to get some fe...
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Are there any tax pros or cons in owning a vacation rental in a foreign country?I'm also looking for a CPA in the Oklahoma City area that specializes in real estate investing. Thank you for your time and help
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Hi all!Hoping for a little guidance here. I am small time but growing. I currently own 2 SFH rentals but will soon have 5 rental units within 4 properties, plus a 5th property that I'll be flipping (to build additiona...
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Hi, my name is Hans and I am just starting out in the real estate game. I am located in Oakland, CA and I have a question for any experienced investors out there. I am interested in starting out with something between...
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I currently own a condo in San Diego with an ocean view. The principal left on the mortgage is roughly 390k and the forecasted appreciation value for next year is over 500k. I wanted to see what other investors would ...
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Would you agree or disagree?
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Just asking for your general opinions. Here in Indianapolis there are large pockets that have Private Wells and Septic tanks.My own home included on is on Septic tank, but we have city water. I've never really had a p...