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Peter Firehock The Short Term Rental Loophole
20 October 2025 | 16 replies
As long as you don't run afoul of Section 183 (which is chunk of law that says you need to be doing STR thing to make profit) and don't get torpedoed by Section 280A (which provides the mixed used dwelling rules), sure, STR still works.But my guess is, based on question, that one of the above chunks of tax law probably does blow deduction in your situation.
Remington Lyman The Downfall of BiggerPockets Forums?
23 October 2025 | 276 replies
The commonality is the ability to sell a service where there is instant and tangible results regardless of whether they hold true value overtime.
Zeb Wallace California Fair Plan fire coverage - Dwelling or Commercial for 4 Plex Owned by LLC?
29 September 2025 | 2 replies
Hi folks,I'm in the home stretch of picking up a (very) expensive California Fair Plan (CFP) policy to get fire coverage for a 4 Plex since State Farm has dropped me.My questions is - CFP seems to classify 4 units or less as a "Dwelling" policy and 5 units or more as "Commercial", but they also seem to say that "Business owned" properties are Commercial. 
Carol Burns Who do you guys use for tenant screening?
7 October 2025 | 4 replies
Providers that combine data automation and human verification tend to deliver far more accurate, court-verified results than fully automated systems.In short — look for a screening solution that values accuracy over speed and uses multiple data sources reviewed by trained screeners rather than just instant database pulls.
Matt Powers AI App Idea for Realtors
6 October 2025 | 3 replies
Hi everyone,I’m building a simple AI tool designed specifically for real estate agents to save time writing listing descriptions, social media posts, and client follow-up messages.Here’s what it does so far:- Instantly creates engaging, professional listing descriptions (MLS style, luxury, or casual tone)- Generates Instagram/Facebook captions for listings- Writes follow-up texts or emails after showings/open houses- Makes printable flyers or email invites for open houses (coming soon)I’m looking to get honest feedback from agents: - Would you use a tool like this? 
Danilo Huamani How do you calculate ARV when your remodel will have modern finishes, not outdated on
7 October 2025 | 1 reply
They can tell you instantly whether the finishes you’re planning push you into a new bracket or just polish your existing one.My Advice: there’s no magic multiplier — you’re blending data with market feel.
Sebastian Robles Reality Check: After a Month of Searching, Still Can’t Find a Deal That Works
10 October 2025 | 6 replies
I haven't looked into condos, but could consider them if they have a separate "dwelling" maybe.
Joe Doucette Need help analyzing an 8 unit apartment building I have an accepted offer
6 October 2025 | 3 replies
Here, you’re front-loading $200k into CapEx and not creating much “instant equity.”
Christopher Rubio What’s the #1 Action You Took Early On That Moved the Needle in Your Investing Journe
10 October 2025 | 44 replies
I walked in with no money down and instant cashflow.
Sela Kwizera Looking for Home insurance quotes advice
2 October 2025 | 3 replies
Quite 1 progressive insurance Premium 3200Section I - PropertyCoverage A - Dwelling 495,000Coverage B - Other Structures 49,500Coverage C - Personal Property 247,500Coverage D - Loss Of Use 148,500 Quote 2: Farmer's InsurancePremium 1,652Section I - PropertyCoverage A - Dwelling 359,000Coverage B - Other Structures 17,950Coverage C - Personal Property 197,450Coverage D - Loss Of Use 71,000 Can't answer this question with the information provided.