Hello All,I have a single family home in CA where I reduced the rent by $175.00 a month in exchange for landscaping services from the tenant.  As I switched tenants within one day, I have little, but I believe suffici...

Very basic question that I’m sure is answered here a million times. On a flip, as far as writing off business expenses go for tax purposes, are you able to write off the purchase price, interest, closing costs, rehab ...

During this Pandemic is anyone helping tenants by rent forgiveness, or deductions to help all of those struggling? We have already removed all late fees  with the agreement that the tenant make partial payments until ...

Is a landlord in California able to use the tenants security deposit for the time required to return the unit to move in condition? For example if the unit rents out for $4,000 a month and it takes 1 week to return th...

Hey everyone, this is a question from a renter's perspective. I had a dog at the last place I rented, and when the new tenants moved in they complained to the owner about bug bites. It was something I had dealt with i...

I've been renovating a duplex since June, 2011 (I know. It's almost done.) Had a tenant prior, but it's been vacant since then due to the remodeling. I know I can claim the 2011 deductions because I have rental inc...

I invest in tax liens and recently received a notice that one of the properties I have a lien on is in violation of the housing code and fines and penalties may begin being assessed next month if the corrections are n...

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Here's the situation. I'm buying a personal home. It's a short sale. So I put made an offer and the offer's accepted by the bank. Later when I go through with the 203K consultant...

Happy Monday everyone,I was listening to the BP money podcast and learned about the individual or solo 401k option.  I have a W2 job with a 401k plan and rentals as my side business.  I contribute ~$15k and my company...

Renovating a house I bought in another state over several yrs, and they were hoarders. Little by little I travel there to empty it out and repair it with the intention of eventually selling it. Are the travel expenses...