When rehabbing a property, at what point do the expenses become tax deduction? I realize that it will raise your basis, which will effectively reduce your tax burden when you sell.


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I have a small 9 unit apartment community that I am helping to manage. We are currently looking for a contractor or subs that can complete an interior remodel on one of the vacant 1 bedroom 1 bath units that measures ...

I had a tenant for 5.5 years who just moved out, and it is my first time turning over a property. I spent several days repainting (lots of holes, marks, etc), cleaning, steam cleaning the carpet - am not planning ...

I use the security deposit (and the first month's rent) as a test case to see if the potential tenant will be able to pay rent on time. If they can't come up with a security deposit and 1st Month's rent prior to w...

I hate tan paint as much as you hate white paint.
Tan and beige look cheap and dirty after a while.

Do you buy tan and beige colored cars too?

Have you noticed how PC makers no longer make the beige computers you s...

Good evening all,This is for a rental (unless I get a great offer at the end) but there wasn't a spot for asking rehab questions in the landlord forums. Short background: 1600sq ft SFR that should get $900-$1000/mo re...

Hi everyone. Long time lurker here. 1st time investor .My situation is the following. I am trying to purchase my Grandparent's home. 3 bedroom/1.5 bath 1/4 acre lot, 1 car garage, driveway . built 1955 Easton, Pa (Wes...

What is your criteria for buying homes with a wood frame build in Florida?  I know a lot of investors who say to steer clear and to only really look at block properties (primarily because of termites), but I've seen a...

Hi All, I'm looking to do my first long-distance BRRRR with no prior of experience with rehabbing.  My biggest difficulty analyzing properties is projecting rehab costs.  I'm reading J Scott's books on Estimating Reha...

I am almost under contract on a property here in atlanta please read details and let me know if you see any big red flags.Price: 70k  25% down plus closing cost will have me around 19,900 out of pocket2bd/2bth current...