Conversely, if you and a buddy buy a single family home, drop it into an LLC, and rent it out, collecting a check once a month, based on the relevant authorities you likely are not conducting a trade or business.

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Because my check came once a month, I really had to budget wisely to make it last.

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He usually sees them once a month to check on their status, to make sure their medications are working, and to let them know he's there for them.

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An actual IT guy who comes to your offices maybe once or twice a month to check on things?

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If you were a hermit living in a cave and walked to town once a month to pick up your rebate check, you would almost definitely come out ahead.

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