From a PARTICIPANTS perspective I’ve decided that there are 3 MAIN (tremendous if not unlimited number of SUB categories) categories.     

They really can't afford anything past the bare minimum.The result will usually be what Bruce described in his post: you get screwed.

I am looking at investing in my first rental (SFH , Class B area). 200k with 25 percent down.I heard mixed opinions on CoC returns. I dont want to chase high CoC at the cost of mental peace especially since this is my...

What’s more important is making sure one of you meets the 100-hour material participation rule.

This is because each of you will need to separately meet the "material participation" test, and it would require both of you being very heavily involved in day-to-day management.In fact, it's possible that neither of you passes this "material participation" test, and then neither one gets the immediate tax benefit that you expect.

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What’s more important is making sure one of you meets the 100-hour material participation rule.

Your CPA should guide you through the requirements of material participation.

Looking for people interested in  participating in the Bexar County Tax Auction. 

You need to materially participate in the short-term rentals.