For most smaller investors, paying for a solid bookkeeper would generate a higher (and faster) ROI than hiring a tax strategist.Both roles matter, but you can’t execute any meaningful or complex tax planning without clean books.

I used to think the same thing.But after working with a lot of new investors, here’s the pattern I keep seeing:The people who grow the fastest are the ones who get their foundation right before they buy anything.I’m talking about simple stuff like:Opening separate bank accountsKeeping clean records from day oneUnderstanding how income and expenses actually flowGetting a basic system for tracking your numbersYou don’t need to be an expert.

Quote from @Chris Watson: Well, I am not @Michael Baum and pale in comparison to his deals of the day, but this is one all RE owners can use12 Pack of MERV 8 Air Filters is $39.90 ($37.80 for military & veterans)  https://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-12-in-x-12-in-x-1-in-Standar...Sizes available: 12x12, 12x20, 12x24, 14x14, 14x20, 14x24, 14x25, 16x20, 16x25, 20x20, & 20x25This is a year's supply. 

You can book it as:Intercompany receivable (LLC #2)Intercompany payable (LLC #1)That keeps things clean and traceable between both sets of books.4.

I am also wondering about carpet replacement...hoping to also last 6-8 with professional carpet cleaning after each tenant.  

With ~30K, plan for reserves, consider owner‑occ 2–4 or DSCR options, and analyze five deals a week—close one clean turnkey or light value‑add to plant your flag.

Hi everyone, we’re closing in on year-end, which means now is the time to make sure your financials are clean, organized, and up to date.

It's quaint and clean.

Turn-ready repairs.Paint, cleaning, patchwork, minor plumbing, broken blinds, damaged floors, it adds up fast.

According to Airbnb:Guests who book Airbnb listings that are located in the City of Tuscaloosa, AL will pay the following tax as part of their reservation:City of Tuscaloosa Lodging Tax: 11% of the listing price, including any cleaning fees, for reservations 29 days or shorter.