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Hi All,I got recently received this email from my CPA:"The new [IRS] regulations break apart building property into a 'building structure' and its 'building systems' for the sake of the improvement rules and say that ...
Can schedule E rental real estate income qualify as pass through income for 2018? My other IRS 1040 income sources are only interest/dividends, retirement income, & cap gains. No wage income.
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Are the following items considered capital items to depreciate or expense for tax purposes?
- Hot Water Heater
- Blown-In Insulation in Attic
- A New Front Door
We also bought a lawn mower and tiled one of our apart...
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Hello! I am starting my research into an investment / Vacation Rental in Puerta Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico. I own 9 rental homes in the US. Have some experience but ready to try something new. I have been to PV a few ...
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Has anyone had a greasy kitchen issue despite having a high powered stove hood? Is it difficult getting tenants to use proper ventilation?
The reason your house is greasy is that your range hood is underpowered for t...
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Investment Info:
Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.
Purchase price: $45,000
Cash invested: $60,000
Duplex purchased for 45k, one unit occupied, rented for $500. 15k rehab, both...
I am looking at multi family deals at Metro Buffalo area, I want to know if there is anyone heard of this company, any experience with them, I would really appreciate your sharing.
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To attract partners, lenders, investors etc. Is it necessary or would it help to create a company name, logo, website, letterhead etc.? I am trying to get out the mom and pop stage and become more of a professional in...
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Really looking to upgrade to battery powered access control to be more efficient and cut costs during turnovers. What is everyone else out there using?
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Hi,
My wife and I are thinking of turning our existing single family home into a two unit to rent out. Its a rancher and we want to turn the basement into a unit and the upstairs into another one. My question is, do ...