David Krulac
There a Federal move to eliminate Section 1031 Tax Free Exchanges
In the never ending search for more Federal Tax dollar, there is a proposal to eliminate the 1031, Tax Free Exchange. 16 different real estate organizations have formed a coalition to counter and lobby against that p...
Account Closed
Bed bugs on the Walls/Ceiling
Hi - I started seeing bed bugs on the wall and ceiling in my living room a few weeks ago. Initially I didn't know what they were so I was just vacuuming them up. A few days ago I finally used a bug identifier app an...
Llewelyn A.
Losing the Business Interest Expense Deduction and the 1031 xchg
I'm curious to know how we, as Real Estate Investors, think about the proposed Republican Tax Reform that is currently being proposed.There are two very significant changes which will affect ALL businesses, but ESPECI...
Lane Kawaoka
Takeaways from the list of 2018 Tax changes:
1) Standard deduction and personal exemption combined and seems like everyone is getting more... so its a wash IMHO.2) Less deductions for those who don't have a business like real estate investments. Sigh... it just ...
Anthony Gayden
Correlation or Causation? High Property Taxes, Low Property Value
I am curious what everyone's opinion is on this issue. I have seen areas with relatively low property values that have high property taxes (Texas). At the same time I have seen areas with high property values, but rel...
Marc C.
WaPo: Republicans want to do away with the 1031 exchange
Can't believe I haven't seen this posted before, as it's huge news! "You want tax reform? I got your tax reform right here:"https://www.washingtonpost.com/realestate/republic...If true, let me be the first to sarcasti...
David Krulac
40% of 1031 Tax Free Exchange Transactions would not happen without tax advantage
There are proposals in US Congress to eliminate the IRS Section 1031 Tax Free Exchanges, which have been in the tax cade since 1924.http://www.realtor.org/news-releases/2015/07/nar-survey-finds-like-kind-exchanges-pro...
Gary Houck
insulation in old home
I've removed all the plaster from an old home. Its clap board on the outside covered by aluminium siding. What's the best way to insulate the walls?
Bhanu Kuna
Can a property management software replace a property manager?
Hey everyone! Hope everyone's investments are doing well. Just wanted to get everyone's thoughts on property management software. Buildium to be exact.1. Has it helped you scale effectively? If so how?2. Has it helped...
Dana R.
When to post rental on Zillow?
Do you post your rental on Zillow right away or do you wait?From my previous experience, the most activity for views and inqueries happen in the first few days after you post a listing for rent on Zillow. But, then th...