Real Estate professional logbook example

Real Estate professional logbook example

Investor · Boston, MA · Member since 2014 · 232 posts · 165 votes

Hey BP - does anyone mind sharing an example of their real estate professional logbook? Would love to see an example of some real life qualifying activities and what you're including.

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Sean O'KeefePro Member
CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
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@James E. @Clive Smith I have a sample log in format that follows the IRS Audit Techniques Guides (ATGs). Let me know if you'd like a copy. 

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  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Na Mede:

    Hi Sean, Please send me also a copy of logbook. 

    @Na Mede no worries, sent!
    • Investor · Los Angeles · Member since 2022 · 11 posts · 4 votes
      1y
      Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:
      Quote from @Na Mede:

      Hi Sean, Please send me also a copy of logbook. 

      @Na Mede no worries, sent!

       Hey Sean,

      I was researching the REPS tracker and saw your post. Would you mind sharing a copy of your REPS spreadsheet with me as well? Thanks very much! Also, I get confused with researching online and what my CPA told me. We are working on the BRRRR project out of state, and will the rehab period while we manage the reno time count toward the 500 hours material participation? My CPA told me it counts towards the 750 hours requirement, but not the material participation time for the rentals, because the rental is not placed in service yet. Is it right?

    • Sean O'KeefePro Member
      CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
      1y
      Quote from @Helen Jiang:
      Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:
      Quote from @Na Mede:

      Hi Sean, Please send me also a copy of logbook. 

      @Na Mede no worries, sent!

       Hey Sean,

      I was researching the REPS tracker and saw your post. Would you mind sharing a copy of your REPS spreadsheet with me as well? Thanks very much! Also, I get confused with researching online and what my CPA told me. We are working on the BRRRR project out of state, and will the rehab period while we manage the reno time count toward the 500 hours material participation? My CPA told me it counts towards the 750 hours requirement, but not the material participation time for the rentals, because the rental is not placed in service yet. Is it right?

      Sure, will send you sample material participation activity tracker / REPS Log that follows the guidance suggested in IRS Audit Techniques Guide (ATG)
    • Investor · Los Angeles · Member since 2022 · 11 posts · 4 votes
      1y
      Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:
      Quote from @Helen Jiang:
      Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:
      Quote from @Na Mede:

      Hi Sean, Please send me also a copy of logbook. 

      @Na Mede no worries, sent!

       Hey Sean,

      I was researching the REPS tracker and saw your post. Would you mind sharing a copy of your REPS spreadsheet with me as well? Thanks very much! Also, I get confused with researching online and what my CPA told me. We are working on the BRRRR project out of state, and will the rehab period while we manage the reno time count toward the 500 hours material participation? My CPA told me it counts towards the 750 hours requirement, but not the material participation time for the rentals, because the rental is not placed in service yet. Is it right?

      Sure, will send you sample material participation activity tracker / REPS Log that follows the guidance suggested in IRS Audit Techniques Guide (ATG)

       Thank you, Sean! Do you need my email? BP does not allow me to add my email. Please let me know what's the best way to connect.

    • Sean O'KeefePro Member
      CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
      1y
      Quote from @Helen Jiang:
      Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:
      Quote from @Helen Jiang:
      Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:
      Quote from @Na Mede:

      Hi Sean, Please send me also a copy of logbook. 

      @Na Mede no worries, sent!

       Hey Sean,

      I was researching the REPS tracker and saw your post. Would you mind sharing a copy of your REPS spreadsheet with me as well? Thanks very much! Also, I get confused with researching online and what my CPA told me. We are working on the BRRRR project out of state, and will the rehab period while we manage the reno time count toward the 500 hours material participation? My CPA told me it counts towards the 750 hours requirement, but not the material participation time for the rentals, because the rental is not placed in service yet. Is it right?

      Sure, will send you sample material participation activity tracker / REPS Log that follows the guidance suggested in IRS Audit Techniques Guide (ATG)

       Thank you, Sean! Do you need my email? BP does not allow me to add my email. Please let me know what's the best way to connect.

      Fortunately, BP has a msg. feature :) I just sent it to you. 
  • Md · Member since 2024 · 1 post · 0 votes
    2y

    Can I get a copy of the for my own education 

    Thank you very much https://www.biggerpockets.com/membership-types

  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Yousif Shareef:

    Can I get a copy of the for my own education 

    Thank you very much https://www.biggerpockets.com/membership-types

    Sure 👍 
  • Member since 2023 · 2 posts · 2 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:

    @James E. @Clive Smith I have a sample log in format that follows the IRS Audit Techniques Guides (ATGs). Let me know if you'd like a copy. 


    Would love a sample log, Thanks
  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y

    Ramon Cazares you got it!

  • Accountant · San Diego, CA · Member since 2019 · 1k+ posts · 552 votes
    2y

    Hey James, 

    I have a simple log book / spreadsheet I made for clients that maybe helpful to you. Feel free to send a DM! 

  • Jose PerezPro Member
    Foothill Ranch, CA · Member since 2020 · 12 posts · 3 votes
    2y

    Sean, May I get a copy of the log as well? Thank you in advance for your help

    Jose 

  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:

    Ramon Cazares you got it!


  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:
    Quote from @Yousif Shareef:

    Can I get a copy of the for my own education 

    Thank you very much https://www.biggerpockets.com/membership-types

    Sure 👍 

  • New York, NY · Member since 2021 · 20 posts · 12 votes
    2y

    @Sean O'Keefe hate to sound like a broken record but I'd love a copy as well! Thanks!

  • Member since 2024 · 2 posts · 1 vote
    2y
    Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:

    @James E. @Clive Smith I have a sample log in format that follows the IRS Audit Techniques Guides (ATGs). Let me know if you'd like a copy. 


     hi - could you pls send me a copy as well? 

  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y

    @Jose Perez no problem, sent!

  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y

    @Michael A Pansolini sure, sent!

  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y

    @Eric Montplaisir you got it!

  • Member since 2024 · 2 posts · 1 vote
    2y

    thanks - how are you sending it? is there a tool on this site? or do i need to provide email address?

  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Eric Montplaisir:

    thanks - how are you sending it? is there a tool on this site? or do i need to provide email address?

    Yep, sending - thanks
  • Accountant · San Diego, CA · Member since 2019 · 1k+ posts · 552 votes
    2y
    Quote from @James E.:

    Hey BP - does anyone mind sharing an example of their real estate professional logbook? Would love to see an example of some real life qualifying activities and what you're including.


     I have a basic spreadsheet built for clients that I'm happy to share for free. Please send me a DM if you would like a copy! 

  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:

    @Eric Montplaisir you got it!


  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:
    Quote from @Yousif Shareef:

    Can I get a copy of the for my own education 

    Thank you very much https://www.biggerpockets.com/membership-types

    Sure 👍 

  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:

    @Jose Perez no problem, sent!


  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y
    Quote from @Sean O'Keefe:

    Ramon Cazares you got it!


  • Member since 2023 · 15 posts · 7 votes
    2y

    @Sean O'Keefe can I get a copy of the sample activity log / tracker? 

  • Member since 2023 · 103 posts · 19 votes
    2y

    @Sean O'Keefe can get that sample log book too? 

  • Real Estate Agent · Denver CO · Member since 2019 · 209 posts · 332 votes
    2y

    @Sean O'Keefe - One more request.  Can you send to me please? 

  • Sean O'KeefePro Member
    CPA | Accepting new clients | 50 States · Member since 2022 · 1k+ posts · 871 votes
    2y

    @Heidi Johnson yep, done!

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