Some of the risk will be mitigated by proper legal structure.1.

Quote from @Ashish Acharya: @John Underwood For tax lien properties, the start date for determining short-term vs. long-term capital gains begins when you legally acquire the property, not when the lien is initially purchased.Key Tax Insight:Holding Period Start: Under IRS rules, your holding period begins when you receive actual ownership (title) of the property, not when you buy the lien.

Curious on the capital gains of installment sale for property held less than 1 year. 

This is probably the best scenario of all because $250 K gain exclusion on your primary isn't very much, really. 

As a real estate investor, developer and property manager here in South Carolina, I’ve had a front-row seat to how evictions play out—both when they’re handled legally and fairly, and when landlords cut corners and end up in costly legal trouble.

I come here to ask a real estate attorney or lawyer for legal advice.

I have a number of questions about how best to approach this from a legal and operational standpoint, including ownership structures, liability considerations, use agreements, and any zoning or permitting concerns that might arise.I welcome all thoughts, ideas, connections, etc, and have some specific questions around:1.

You will be taxed as short-term capital gains, which is your regular tax bracket plus whatever your state wants.

I want to know: What legal actions can I take to get the contractor to refund me the money?

Big news if you own rentals in Florida:Beginning July 1, 2025, the law (Florida Statutes § 83.50) now allows landlords to email legal notices.The catch: - You and your tenant must agree in writing in the lease. - The email address must be clearly listed.Why this matters: - No more printing, mailing, or taping to the door - Faster, trackable communication - Easier to prove delivery in courtIf your lease doesn’t have that clause, this won’t apply.