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All Forum Posts by: Account Closed

Account Closed has started 22 posts and replied 1212 times.

Post: Looking for a Tax Accountant in the Fresno County, CA Area

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Hey @Yann Feunang,

To help you in your search: be sure to find an accountant who is willing to grow with you, and is not too high priced fee-wise. Not too low either, you don't want to go with someone who is just focused on price as this is a quality of a not-so-great accountant. Accountants are in such demand, that the best are not even accepting clients half the time.

The other problem I see often with accountants on here is that they specialize in larger investors, and have really high prices when you as a smaller investor do not need all the bells and whistles.

Another thing I see is folks thinking they need to have a tax professional in their state. We as a firm have investors working with us who have rental properties all over the US big and small.

Finding a real estate-focused tax professional and one who can help with advisory and grow with you would be my suggestion to focus your efforts on finding. Best of luck in your search!

Post: What to do with $1,000,000.00?

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Quote from @Kevin S.:
Quote from @Account Closed:

Hey @Kevin S.

The question you need to ask yourself first is: 

what is the purpose of this money? 

real estate, stocks, bonds, corporate debt, private credit, ATMs, etc are all great investments. But these investments are tools in a toolbelt. 

All of these people suggesting things are saying what they would do, and they are not you. What is your goal? Cashflow? Networth growth? Wealth preservation? Once you have the goal in mind, then you can choose the best asset for that. Take it from a guy who has blown 1M+ on assets that did not fit with my goals, because smart people told me they were "good investments" 


 Thanks Zach.  The goal is obviously both if possible, cash flow and wealth preservation.  Growth too if possible.  If someone take RMD on 1M from 401k he/she would get about $80,000 for 26 yrs after which it is zero.  If he cash out 401k(@ 60 y.o), pay tax and buy RE with remaining cash, he/she will get less, about $45,000/yr (assuming 6.5% cap rate).  After about 10-12 yrs the cash flow will be about $70,000/yr (5% increase in rent annually). Needless to say it increases every year in perpetuity besides the appreciation and other tax benefits.  Now, of course I don't know if this hypothetical scenario is true which is why I am here seeking comments from those who have done it or failed at it.  Thanks all.


 So now it depends on how much work you want to put in. Real estate property is the better call for those who want to do the work

Post: Looking for general tax advice

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Hey @Alonzo Moreland

To help you in your search: be sure to find an accountant who is willing to grow with you, and is not too high priced fee-wise. Not too low either, you don't want to go with someone who is just focused on price as this is a quality of a not-so-great accountant. Accountants are in such demand, that the best are not even accepting clients half the time.

The other problem I see often with accountants on here is that they specialize in larger investors, and have really high prices when you as a smaller investor do not need all the bells and whistles.

Another thing I see is folks thinking they need to have a tax professional in their state. We as a firm have investors working with us who have rental properties all over the US big and small. 

Finding a real estate-focused tax professional and one who can help with advisory and grow with you would be my suggestion to focus your efforts on finding. Best of luck in your search!

Post: Looking for Real Estate Tax Accountant Referrals in Upstate SC

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Hey @Jenna Meditz

Congrats on getting more into real estate! 

On Bigger pockets we cant self promote ourselves (its against the rules)

To help you in your search: be sure to find an accountant who is willing to grow with you, and is not too high priced fee-wise. Not too low either, you don't want to go with someone who is just focused on price as this is a quality of a not-so-great accountant. Accountants are in such demand, that the best are not even accepting clients half the time.

The other problem I see often with accountants on here is that they specialize in larger investors, and have really high prices when you as a smaller investor do not need all the bells and whistles.

Another thing I see is folks thinking they need to have a tax professional in their state. We as a firm have investors working with us who have rental properties all over the US big and small.

Finding a real estate-focused tax professional and one who can help with advisory and grow with you would be my suggestion to focus your efforts on finding. Best of luck in your search!

Post: Duplex vs RE syndication investment

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As someone who is in 8 syndications right now, I can say doing due diligence on the project and the operator is a full time job in itself. I would highly recommend just doing it yourself with a smaller property to start. 

Post: What to do with $1,000,000.00?

Account ClosedPosted
  • Accountant
  • San Diego, CA
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  • Votes 551

Hey @Kevin S.

The question you need to ask yourself first is: 

what is the purpose of this money? 

real estate, stocks, bonds, corporate debt, private credit, ATMs, etc are all great investments. But these investments are tools in a toolbelt. 

All of these people suggesting things are saying what they would do, and they are not you. What is your goal? Cashflow? Networth growth? Wealth preservation? Once you have the goal in mind, then you can choose the best asset for that. Take it from a guy who has blown 1M+ on assets that did not fit with my goals, because smart people told me they were "good investments" 

Post: CPA - Looking for a CPA who's creative and savvy

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Hey @Adam Sciupac

To help you in your search: be sure to find an accountant who is willing to grow with you, and is not too high priced fee-wise. Not too low either, you don't want to go with someone who is just focused on price as this is a quality of a not-so-great accountant. Accountants are in such demand, that the best are not even accepting clients half the time.

The other problem I see often with accountants on here is that they specialize in larger investors, and have really high prices when you as a smaller investor do not need all the bells and whistles.

Another thing I see is folks thinking they need to have a tax professional in their state. We as a firm have investors working with us who have rental properties all over the US big and small. We are familiar with the strategies you have shown on your video as well :)

Finding a real estate-focused tax professional and one who can help with advisory and grow with you would be my suggestion to focus your efforts on finding. Best of luck in your search!

Post: If you use a CPA or Tax Professional, how did you find him or her?

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Quote from @Michael Calvey:
Quote from @Troy P.:

I'm currently in the market for a Tax Pro that can assist with my relatively basic returns and continue to assist with a tax strategy moving forward.


 Hey Troy - We totally get your struggle in finding the tax advisor, especially one who knows the ins and outs of real estate investing. That's exactly why we're rolling out our new Tax Pro and Financial Pro tool this March. 

Our goal is to bridge the gap between real estate investors and tax & financial advisors who truly get the nuances of REI.

This tool is all about connecting folks like you with advisors who aren't just about managing investments or doing basic tax returns. They are pros who understand real estate and can help you make a solid plan to help you accomplish your goals. They're the kind of pros who can dig into your plan, give it a good shake, and offer smart advice on everything from portfolio strategies to tax stuff.

Sounds like it could be a game changer for you, right? Keep an eye out for it in March, and feel free to shoot any questions my way!

And if you know any Tax Pros or Financial Advisors who are looking to take on new clients, have them fill out this form so we can talk with them about advertising and working with our BiggerPockets audience.


 Ill fill out this form! We are filling up fast for the 2023 season but I can always squeeze in a few more folks from the bigger pockets family :D 

Post: Wealth Ability- formerly ProVision - Tom Wheelwright

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While we are not allowed to promote as accountants on BP, I will say we offer a very similar service but are more hands on as we are not at the size they are. We also do it for much less cost right now. 

Post: Looking for investments to avoid capitol gains

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Hey @Gail L boucher

Welcome to the Bigger Pockets forum! Have you considered hiring a property manager and doing a cashout like @River Sava mentions?