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In This Article This article is presented by Cost Segregation Guys. One of the most common questions I get from real estate investors is whether owning a short-term rental changes how they should think about taxes. The short answer is yes, and in some cases significantly. The type of rental you own affects how your income is classified, how your losses can be used, and whether strategies like cost segregation will actually move the needle for you. Let me walk through the key differences so you can see where you stand. STR vs. Long-Term Rental Tax Treatment Basics When you…
In This Article There’s no need to read the tea leaves to try and guess where to invest next—just follow the money. In this case, the money is the hundreds of millions of dollars being spent by major builders planning large swathes of single-family homes and rental communities across the country. Smaller mom-and-pop investors, paying attention to planned new communities, have the opportunity to benefit from extensive market research, glide in on the slipstream of corporate juggernauts, and eke out lucrative long-term investment strategies. The Signals Telegraphed by Big Builders The top 10 builders aren’t in the gambling business. When…
If you’re planning to buy a home, your credit score will play a major role in the mortgage process. It can influence whether you’re approved, the interest rate you receive, and how much you’ll pay over the life of your loan. While many buyers assume they need perfect credit to qualify, that’s not the case. What lenders really want to see is consistent, responsible credit behavior over time. Whether you’re looking to buy a home in Chicago or Phoenix, understanding your finances ahead of time is key, and using a home affordability calculator can help you estimate what you can…
Everyone keeps saying we’re in a “buyer’s market,” but if that’s true, where are all the real estate deals? It’s easy to get discouraged after hearing “no” after “no,” but in today’s episode, we’re sharing the secrets to landing off-market properties and overlooked rentals on the MLS!Welcome to another Rookie Reply! Struggling to find real estate deals at the right price? Ashley and Tony will show you how to modify your approach and get your next rental property under contract much faster. Next, should you self-manage or hire a property manager? Each strategy has its pros and cons, but the…
U.S. petroleum exports are rising to record highs amid the Iran war, and now a little-known developer will build a large oil-shipping hub deep in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico—but only with funding from the Trump administration and Japan. The unusual government investment for Sentinel Midstream’s multibillion-dollar Texas GulfLink deepwater terminal is a bet on expanding U.S. energy infrastructure—and keeping Japan supplied with oil—at a time when U.S. energy developers are unwilling to take on the financial risks without long-term commercial contracts in hand. The U.S. Commerce Department said the Japan-U.S. strategic Investment agreement will provide an estimated…
Historic houses offer a sense of history, craftsmanship, and character that’s hard to find in newer construction. Learning about the types of historic homes helps buyers and homeowners recognize the architectural details and design elements that define each style – and make more informed buying or renovation decisions. In this Redfin article, we’ll break down the most common types of historic homes and what sets each one apart, along with thoughtful ways to preserve their original character. From restoring a historic property in Charleston, SC, to maintaining a classic home in Philadelphia, PA, these insights can help guide homeowners in…
Most agents and brokers still market to cold lists while high-intent buyers and sellers hide in plain sight. In this session, learn how property data, contact enrichment, and consumer insights reveal in-market audiences before competitors do. We’ll show how to turn raw records into actionable prospect lists to target smarter, reduce wasted spend, and boost […]
In This Article Whether you invest actively or passively, the same broad risks apply to cash flow. Watch out for these mistakes that can leave you with no cash flow at all—or worse, sink your deal entirely. 1. Failing to Plan Property Management Outstanding property managers can keep struggling deals afloat. Weak or mediocre property managers can sink perfectly good deals. I’ve learned this one the hard way several times over. In my 20s, I bought a bunch of rental properties in low-income neighborhoods in Baltimore. I didn’t realize until years later that good property managers don’t take properties in…
The Food and Drug Administration authorized an L.A.-based company to sell mango and blueberry-flavored products, marking a 180-degree pivot from Biden-era policies. For the first time, the FDA under President Donald Trump has authorized the sale of fruit-flavored vape products from Los Angeles-based Glas Inc., including its Classic Menthol, Fresh Menthol products, as well as mango and blueberry-flavored pods respectively dubbed Gold and Sapphire. Each contains 5%-tobacco-derived nicotine, according to the agency. Other authorized e-cigarette products from companies like Juul Labs are either menthol or tobacco-flavored. The move marks a change from the Biden administration’s stance, under which the agency…
Key takeaways Home prices are high largely due to a long-term housing shortage—an issue stemming from decades of underbuilding. Strict zoning laws and investor activity are also limiting supply and shaping the market. A supply-driven feedback loop is keeping prices elevated as buyers and sellers stay on the sidelines. Affordability is slowly improving, but homebuilding and supply need to increase for the market to return to life. It’s not a stretch to say these are unprecedented times for the housing market. Home prices have surged 30% over the past five years, hitting a record $446,000 in 2025, while elevated mortgage…