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Hi tax pros - I have a question about REPS status.First, selfishly, do you believe that my job as CEO of BiggerPockets, which I spend obviously spend essentially all working hours on, and dwarfs activities involving m...
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I'm just getting started researching types of real estate, and commercial real estate seems to be the most appealing to me. At least, more appealing than residential multiplexes and SFR. My only real estate experience...
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I know there are a lot of post with both reserve and active duty military members. Far too many to sift through to be honest. Very curious in how anyone manages their time in the active military with real estate inves...
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Hello BP contributors, I was curious if any active investors (3+ deals 2023) would share or breakdown a SFR or 2-4 Multi Unit investment property they purchased in Columbus, OH this year. Thank you so much, Louis.
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Do you know if having a real estate blog/web classes counts toward real estate professional hours? My accountant said "I don't see why not" but that wasn't a strong enough answer for my Type A personality.How do YOU t...
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Just finished reading "Tax Strategies for the Savvy Real Estate Investor" - Interesting read, I learned you don't need real estate agent license to qualify as Real estate professional.. Does the below activities quali...
I own & manage a Rental Office Building & have a LLC to manage all related affairs.Can my LLC open a Individual 401k for retirement savings ??Thanks
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Trying to analyze a possible new property but there is nothing for rent around it that is being advertised on craigslist which is my normal go-to for rental info. I drove the area looking for "for rent" signs to call,...
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If I become a part-time real estate agent and have no other W-2 job, would I be able to qualify for real estate professional status? If it's possible, what type of RE agent activities might count towards the 750 hours...
This intended only to open discussions on the changes that affect investors. This is to help you know what questions to ask your CPA so you can do a better job of tax planning. I am not a tax guy or a tax attorney so ...