And then sometimes I just feel like I can go deeper if its a subject I like for instance land use issues or entitlement issues.. but if its just vanilla rental stuff or " I am just starting in rentals what should I do" I just respond with keep reading on BP buy the most expensive property you can afford in the best school district  :)

Start with identifying the "Primary Subject" property.  

Income from STRs is generally considered active income if you’re directly managing the property, which typically subjects it to a 15.3% self-employment tax.To mitigate this liability, strategic entity structuring can be effective.

Since then, I’ve done over 3,500 deals—everything from rentals to flips to more creative strategies like house hacking and subject-to deals.If you ever want to chat or need a local’s take, I’m happy to share what I know.

The main reason I mention them is they are real and they fund.. whether you like them or not based on experience is subjective.

Long Term Rental (LTR) income is typically classified as passive income, which is not subject to self-employment tax.

Pros: landlord friendly, diverse industries, stable economy, good suburban schools for kids (my kids went to Carmel schools when they were little), insurance costs are reasonable (occasional tornadoes)Cons: property taxes: mine are 2.77% Indy and 2.7% Hamilton County as an investor and they go up with no predictable pattern 17% for both homes recently, if you compare appreciation to California and western states, not as high, winter weather issues (frozen pipes if someone isn't checking on vacant properties

Hey BP community,I’m currently based in Los Angeles, working toward my real estate license, and focused on learning and executing creative deal structures particularly seller financing, and subject-to strategies.I know the LA market is competitive, expensive, and constantly evolving, which makes me curious:What is actually working for you in this environment when it comes to getting deals done creatively with little or no upfront capital?

Hey BP community,I’m currently based in Los Angeles, working toward my real estate license, and focused on learning and executing creative deal structures particularly seller financing, and subject-to strategies.I know the LA market is competitive, expensive, and constantly evolving, which makes me curious:What is actually working for you in this environment when it comes to getting deals done creatively with little or no upfront capital?

It’s a real opportunity for homeowners, investors, and communities to respond to rising demand for diverse, attainable housing—with more flexibility than ever before.Why I’m Paying Attention...For those of us who work in real estate daily—whether investing, selling, building, or advising—these new laws change the landscape.Properties that used to support one home may now support two, four, or even six units, depending on location, lot size, and proximity to transit.That means:-There is hidden value in older properties and large lots- More creative paths to cash flow- New ways to help people find housing and build wealth-Potential for more affordable housing -Opportunity for multi-generational housing on a single lotLet’s Explore This Together- What’s your take on middle housing?