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Is anyone using SIPS(structural insulated panels) for their new construction projects? If so, would you use again? Seems like there could be substantial cost savings with labor. Also, seems like contractors are hes...
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Hi Fellow investors, i recently took over a 27 unit complex and it came with two pools - overkill for apartment of this size. Now, I figured it is very expensive to maintain swimming pool in apartment complex in Calif...
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So I've seen a few posts on here recently from some users saying we should all have Section 8 rentals because they're essentially guaranteed rents and recession-proof. Now I'm neither for or against Section 8 rentals...
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I may be thinking about this way to hard. However, I am also a newbie to REI and the tax implications therein. My scenario is simple: Single family home purchased by me and in my name, mortgaged property, and rente...
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The dirty scammer is here and tried to send me messages. I believe the scammer used my name and searched me, including AirBNB, BP or any place have to use real name.Last year I got a scammer inquiry and booked for ove...
Land taxation should replace all other forms of state taxation. For the reasons that I will describe below many economists, tax theorists, politicians, and philosophers have strongly advocated for land taxation to be...
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I'm new to real estate investing and own one rental and a primary residence. I recently found out about the separation between passive and active incomes and that there are rules about crossing the line on how you can...
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BP STR community - what under the radar markets have caught your eye over the last few months? The Gulf Shores market seems to be relatively stable while recently "hotter" markets such as here in Austin have seen a dr...
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I purchased a OTC property in 2018. I received a letter in the mail from the City of Mobile informing me there is a code violation assessed to the property. The violation: building is unsafe for use or occupancy an...
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I recently became aware of the benefits of owning and using a non-contact infrared thermometer. Here is a great link from the NDSU Extension office:"A simple way homeowners can check their homes for heat loss is with ...