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Brian Danielson How do you pay yourself?
14 November 2025 | 4 replies
If you’re an LLC, take a draw; if you’re an S-Corp, you’d take a salary and then distributions from the rest.Good luck, and happy to connect if you have more questions!
Stuart Udis Let's Temper Expectations Of New Investors
23 October 2025 | 27 replies
You can expect cash flow to be about 5% of equity, so if you want to quit your W2 you need a fair amount of equity.Equity is hard to come by.
Rose Cole Should I invest in San Diego, CA?
11 November 2025 | 29 replies
I unfortunately do t have that luxury, as my business is changing and I have to replace my salary very quickly here.
Blaise Valeo Real ROI of a JD/MBA for CRE Investing/Development?
10 November 2025 | 3 replies
Actually it will slow you down as you will get trapped by the salary.1.  
Michael Carbonare It's the price, stupid.
26 October 2025 | 3 replies
𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲’𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞.A new CNBC survey says buyers expect lower mortgage rates next year.
Joshua Baker Hello! I’m new to real estate and would appreciate some guidance.
17 November 2025 | 5 replies
There are different kinds of "F.I.R.E" and even though the teacher's salary may hold you back a bit having little liabilities is still an advantage.
Mohammad Murad Tax benefits (deuction from W2 and 1099 income) from Short-term rental
24 November 2025 | 20 replies
If everything’s clean and documented, yes, this setup can lower your taxable income meaningfully, even with your $230K salary
Laura Winters Sonder is OUT!
19 November 2025 | 25 replies
It is just hard to scale and pay executive salaries with that strategy.
Vespa Trixie I need an LLC for property but what about a S-corp too?
21 November 2025 | 10 replies
As for adding an S Corp, it could make sense if you're looking to optimize taxes, especially if you plan to pay yourself a salary from the LLC and take advantage of pass-through taxation.
Clinton Davis What to do? Gov't shutdown affecting the rent!
4 November 2025 | 6 replies
You could see if she can obtain a letter, paystub statement, etc from her employer showing that her salary is not being paid currently.