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Neil Narayan Samsung, Tesla strike $16B chip deal for Taylor factory
28 July 2025 | 0 replies
Samsung’s Seoul-traded shares rose 6.8% to their highest level since September, while its suppliers, like Soulbrain Holdings Co.
Leonard Allmond Realistic CapEx calculations
30 July 2025 | 8 replies
Roofs (depends on type: hot mop maybe a decade, tile maybe 50 years, asphalt between the two).  
Jennifer Buchholz Siding Options: Need Help and Advice
28 July 2025 | 8 replies
As long as asbestos is not disturbed, you can go over it and avoid the costs and hurdles removing it (siding, flooring, tiles, etc.) will bring
Mike D. Why markets with low appreciation grow your net worth twice as fast
21 August 2025 | 310 replies
No, a 3br San Diego home is not "worth" $800k based on the lumber, tile and what not but the dirt, the location, the CA lifestyle, yup, the market can "vote" that worth $1m+, and long has.
Shane Moore Considering Section 8 investments, What are pros and cons?
29 July 2025 | 51 replies
We do all recessed LED lighting, drop ceilings in most cases to allow for more economical heating and cooling, butcher block counter tops, LVP flooring, tile shower, tile tub enclosures with tile bathroom floors and tile mud rooms.
Gp G. Which one are quailty bath tubs
21 July 2025 | 6 replies
Is it tiles good for wall or plastic.
Enrique Jevons 6 Practical Tips for Renovating the Bathroom in Your Rental Property
21 July 2025 | 1 reply
If the flooring is old or damaged, replace it with durable, water-resistant options like vinyl plank or tile.
Jason Eyerly Do you have a remote interior designer you use to show a GC what you have in mind?
21 July 2025 | 7 replies
They will give you cabinet, paint color, tile, light fixtures, and maybe some floor planning services. 
AJ Wong What Makes a Property More Depreciable? Investor’s Guide to Bigger STR Tax Deductions
21 July 2025 | 5 replies
Instead, you can unlock 100% bonus depreciation on assets with a useful life under 20 years.This includes:•Furniture & appliances•Flooring•Window coverings•Landscaping & outdoor lighting•Fencing, driveways, and patiosThese can often make up 20–35% of the purchase price — all potentially depreciated in Year 1 with a cost segregation study.Cost Segregation Friendly Features = Faster Write-OffsCertain property features allow you to break down the building into faster-depreciating components:Look for:•High-end finishes (luxury fixtures, lighting, smart tech)•Pools, patios, outdoor kitchens•Detached garages, ADUs•Upgraded appliances and built-insThe more non-structural components a property has, the more value a cost segregation study can carve out into 5-, 7-, and 15-year buckets.Newer or Recently Renovated Homes = Richer DepreciationNew builds or heavily renovated homes often pack in:•New HVAC systems•High-efficiency appliances•Premium flooring, tile, and cabinetryNot only are these attractive to guests — they’re also gold for depreciation, since they’re assigned shorter useful lives and can be depreciated more quickly.Higher Purchase Price = Bigger DeductionsIt sounds obvious, but worth repeating: the more expensive the property, the more there is to depreciate.A $1M STR might yield $200K–$300K+ in bonus depreciation in Year 1.
Gp G. Replacement of Bath Tubs and Rent Ready Costs
18 July 2025 | 8 replies
When dealing with water, leaks, and mold, it is best to go with a higher grade product, like tile.