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It happened once at my personal cabin and I assessed their credit card a $2000 fine.  

I can't unlock those losses since I'm not a Real Estate Professional because I'm a W2 employee.

Readers are advised to seek professional advice.

We tax professionals are NOT allowed to send you a PM unless you send us a message first.

Since you mentioned owning STR's, you might want to have a conversation with an accountant to see if these properties would be considered active instead of active, especially since it sounds like you are self-managing the properties.This test is a little bit easier than trying to claim Real Estate Professional Status(REPS)

I’m excited to join the BiggerPockets community and connect with passionate real estate professionals.

Home prices are very high and, as a young professional out of college, the down payment is a major challenge for me.

Commissions were ultimately paid, but only after continued follow-up that should not be necessary in a professional brokerage relationship.Lack of clarity regarding dues:In June, the brokerage requested a payment of $400+ for “HAR/TAR/NAR dues.”

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