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Michael Plaks The Unofficial Phrase Book of Bigger Pockets Tax Forum
31 January 2026 | 4 replies
I hope this little tongue-in-cheek guide will help some investors new to our forum.Code phrases:- I recommend you work with a CPA specializing in real estate.- Hiring a specialized CPA can save you thousands.- It's important to find a CPA who understands real estate and is an investor himself.- I recommend finding a CPA who provides proactive tax planning.Translation: It's me who I highly recommend.Code phrases:- Bookkeeping is where all your tax benefits start- I recommend you work with a bookkeeper focusing on investors- You definitely should outsource your bookkeepingTranslation: I'm a bookkeeper.Code phrases:- Cost seg will definitely help you save on taxes- You definitely should consider cost seg- I recommend a full engineered cost seg study- The IRS only accepts engineered cost seg studies- I recommend you obtain a free estimate from a cost seg firmTranslation: I'm working for a firm doing full-service engineered cost segregation. 
Jeff Harvey STR-Specialized Real Estate Agents in Chattanooga
10 February 2026 | 5 replies

I'm a local short-term rental property manager interested in connecting with agents that have experience owning and selling short-term rentals in Chattanooga. Agents need to be on top of the regulation here since it's...

Katie Miller If you use a CPA or Tax Professional, how did you find him or her?
8 February 2026 | 126 replies
Because I'm not an accountant or versed in tax code and law wouldn't I want a CPA to ensure everything is legally tight and as advantageous as it can be? 
Pamela M. Nightmare tenant basement lease
11 February 2026 | 2 replies
If I call code enforcement, what are the consequences. 
AJ Wong Tips for acquiring prime STRs in HOT markets amid low rates and strong competition 🧾
10 February 2026 | 5 replies
So here are a few STR 'secrets' that can help crack the search code based on over a decade of operating personal STRs and two dozen STR sales in the past two years.: - A.B.P.
Biral Shah Section 8 acquisition investment
7 February 2026 | 11 replies
Thanks Hi, well you don't really need to go through any special company to get a Section 8 apt.
Sean Pedeflous Has anyone ever used or heard of this company? Cost Segregation Guys
3 February 2026 | 11 replies
But in this specialized field, the best firms usually get work through long-term referrals from CPAs and attorneys, not from public reviews.
Aidan Black Value Add to Property
11 February 2026 | 9 replies
First impressions influence both rent and resale value.Layout optimizationAdding a bedroom (where code allows), finishing unused space, or creating a home office nook can directly increase rent potential.The key is matching upgrades to your market.
Alex Larcheveque Would You Use AI to Analyze Rental or Flip Properties? 🤨
8 February 2026 | 30 replies
I generated close to 20,000 leads last week. 50 markets. 6,513 zip codes
Jason Dillard Cost Segregation
10 February 2026 | 28 replies
In other words, it's does not represent special tax treatment that an account has to qualify for.