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Hi everyone, I’m an engineer in the Houston, TX area looking to purchase my first house/start investing in real estate. I’ve been researching the different strategies presented here, listening to podcasts, reading boo...
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I’ve been a real estate investor for the last 5 years. I currently own/manage 4 multi-family properties under commercial loans. My goal is to eventually live off of my passive income. Are there any strategies I should...
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Hello. Long-time lurker here. I'm hoping that someone here can help me.I'm trying to estimate my AGI (assuming rental income only), but am struggling to find straight answers. I have my lease agreements set up where I...
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Is anyone doing something like Reverse STR / AirBnB Arbitrage..
I don't know if this has an actual name already but I just called it that. Basically, you purchase a rental for consistent long term rental cash flow. Y...
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I have 4 rental properties, All managed by 2 different Companies, One property is paid for, other three I have mortgage. My three mortages (3 different mortage companies) will not allow LLC or S- Corp, Question 1) ...
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Are you intrigued by the idea of house hacking in Colorado Springs? Now is an opportune moment to dive into this strategy with multifamily properties. As house hacking enthusiasts know, purchasing a multifamily proper...
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I got a $65,000 income tax bill today. Is there any way my business can provide me with some deductible fringe benefits like a company car, health club membership, life insurance, etc?
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Other than perhaps property taxes, turnover is generally the biggest single operating expense you will endure as a buy-and-hold real estate investor. And unlike property taxes, it’s something you have a lot of control...
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I am looking for advice on hiring a tenant to do work at a property. Here is the situation:I have a 4-unit property with a common area that needs to be swept monthly, as well as pulling weeds in a small area in front....
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Rental property owners, did you know you can deduct expenses like mortgage interest, property tax, operating expenses, depreciation, and repairs? These deductions can significantly reduce your taxable income. Keep met...