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I have read and listened to numerous discussions about the tax advantages in the world of real estate investing, but I have two questions that I haven't gotten a great answer to. Maybe some more experienced investors ...
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Hi,
This is a dumb question with probably a simple answer but I'll ask it anyway!
Let's say I set up an LLC called ABLE. This LLC will not have any real estate in it but will hold other LLC's that own real estate (...
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Hey BP, I live in CA full time and have a rental property in Fort Wayne, Indiana. I am working on completing my first year of tax filings and am a bit stumped.I ended up with a net loss on the property however I am no...
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I need to find losses for this year to offset some gains. I have a house that I don't care for, and my basis is $48k. I am already will to let it go for $40k, but its hard to find a buyer in this neighborhood.
Ar...
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hi everyone! we need your help to choose the business entity that is appropriate to our goals in REI.
my partner and i are focusing on multifamily home rentals with sec8. we are trying to build passive income and may...
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Simple answer might be: consult CPA / get one. I'm trying to see if there's a rule of thumb of sorts.I recently rehabbed a home late last year, and spent a lot of money doing it (it exceeds my income from my normal jo...
I know there is no universal way of structuring flips, but how do you normally pay out your investors for a flip? Duration 6-12 months. Raising $365,000. Am putting in $75,000 of my own money. Do you pay out an annual...
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I saw in a book sometime in the past that had a worksheet to help determine if a rental would be profitable or not. I cant seem to find it.
Does anyone have a worksheet that they use to determine if the numbers work...
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First, depreciation is a short-term benefit. It puts extra money in your pocket every year while you own the property. But, when a property is sold, previous depreciation deductions taken from the property will have...
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Real estate investors should consider key tax aspects for financial optimization and compliance. Given potential tax law changes, consulting a professional is crucial. General considerations include:Income Taxes- Re...