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Yousef Hossam Wholesalers/Investors: How Are You Handling Lead Generation in 2025?
23 September 2025 | 5 replies
We've been running and optimizing our campaigns for the last 7-8 years and it's our #1 lead source. 
Ginger Lu Real Estate Professional Status
23 September 2025 | 5 replies
While searching for the tax optimizing strategy, the real estate professional status seems attractive.
Zeni Kharel Optimal order of funding
19 September 2025 | 8 replies
Quote from @Zeni Kharel: Hi everyone,As a high-income earner, what is the optimal order of funding tax-deferred and tax-advantaged accounts to maximize tax savings?
William Rowan How to Optimize NACA Loan
21 September 2025 | 0 replies

I’ve been in the NACA process for a few years now and I’m getting ready to purchase. I’m in the DMV area and have always wanted to buy a multifamily but most of them are out of budget and the ones I can afford are gen...

Scott Scoville Buy & Hold Historic Duplex in Sacramento
22 September 2025 | 21 replies
No active projects yet, but I’m gearing up to dive into multifamily properties, ideally 16+ units, with a focus on creative financing and NOI optimization.
Lane McDonald Rent a personal residence for extra cashflow?
23 September 2025 | 9 replies
@Lane McDonaldHey Lane, what you’re describing is a smart way to optimize cash flow, and it’s something a lot of Midwest investors do with their primary residences.
Tim Rogers Another Real Estate Professional Status Question
24 September 2025 | 18 replies
., booking management, repairs, advertising, tenant communication), as the IRS may closely scrutinize these claims.Keep supporting evidence such as receipts, invoices, emails, or calendars, which can strengthen your position.Differentiate personal use vs. rental use of the property to avoid reclassification issues.Understand potential recharacterization risks—without proper substantiation, the IRS could reclassify your STR income as passive, resulting in additional taxes, penalties, and accrued interest.Review annually with a tax advisor/EA to ensure your activities align with current regulations and to optimize deductions (e.g., depreciation, repairs vs. improvements, start-up costs).Failure to follow these requirements can significantly weaken your position in case of an audit.
Tony Phiri STR Tax Strategy + House Hacking Guidance
18 September 2025 | 8 replies
My family and I recently relocated to Worcester, MA, and we’re currently operating one of our residential properties as a short-term rental (STR).I’m seeking some guidance and insight regarding tax implications and optimization strategies for STRs.
Linda Luna Trying to learn more about real estate investing
18 September 2025 | 13 replies
It’s easy to get swept up in the thrill of sourcing and closing deals, but without a strong foundation in these areas, your growth may be at risk.An effective tax strategy helps you optimize deductions, leverage advantageous tax structures, and retain more of your earnings.