The right entity structure, proper recordkeeping, and proactive planning can mean the difference between paying 37% in taxes or building long-term wealth that compounds faster.Learn how depreciation, cost segregation, and passive loss rules really work, and how to structure your deals to legally keep more of what you earn.The earlier you start thinking like an investor and a strategist, the more freedom you’ll have down the road.If you could give your younger self one piece of advice when starting out in real estate, what would it be?

Hi everyone,Quick question for fellow Oklahoma landlords:I’m trying to set up a proper escrow account for tenant deposits (per 41 O.S. §115).

While direct mail can certainly convert well if you know how to do it properly, why don't you focus on inbound channels?

On the flip side, with a 401k you’re not going to be up till 1 AM dealing with a guest issue as I was last night with one of my short term rentals.

Quote from @Dan Zambrano: Hey all,After thinking it over I decided to create a new thread.I am a small time passive real estate investor who has ambitions to expand greatly, first to $20M and perhaps maybe more. i guess I will give a little bit of background on my journey up to now.I am 38 y/o, Electrical Engineer by day, Architectural enthusiast by night.

I believe I am calculating Mich non-homestead tax properly (1/2 Purchase price x 0.0766101). 

i.e. squatter and eviction; did they truly run the proper background checks per your agreement?

Yes, umbrella policies can cover multiple states — but only if your base (underlying) policies are properly set up.

A few key things I’ve learned that can really impact the numbers are:- Understanding local market demand and regulations, since that affects occupancy and stability-Factoring in costs for proper management and resident support services, those keep the home running smoothly and reduce turnover-Being realistic about timelines for filling beds and the importance of vetting operators who align with your goalsThese factors can significantly influence the financial viability and stability of the investment.

Not my property, asking for a friend.a house is rented to a female (only person who signed the leased), and an adult boyfriend lives there as a named occupant on the lease.boyfriend shows up at night, shoots up the place, pistol wips tenant and kicks down the garage door.