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All Forum Posts by: Bryan Mitchell

Bryan Mitchell has started 38 posts and replied 563 times.

Post: Multi-Family - 4-plex - DC area

Bryan Mitchell
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Quote from @Russell Brazil:
Quote from @Bryan Mitchell:

@Yasmeen Neal, you can contact @Russell Brazil, but it’s not a great market for MF. 

Thanks for the tag Bryan.

Hey Yasmeen, development trends go much deeper than even the large wards...and even deeper than the neighborhoods. 1 part of a neighborhood can be dramatically different from the other end.

Multifamily though is actually a shrinking asset class. The number of them that exists continues to shrink as they get carved up into condos. Low supply leads to pretty much a continued upward price trend pretty much regardless of neighborhood.

There is a ton of nuance though in the the multifamily sector in DC. Rent control, who is exempt and when, what the rent is for market or section 8, financing guidelines are different whether its 2 or a 3/4 unit. Feel free to reach oit with any questions. 


Russell, I can’t remember his name but the British Expat who appeared on BP Podcast has carved a living out of the section 8 niche here in DC. He seems to be doing extremely well with some of the countries lowest turnover rates I’ve ever heard of. So maybe multi family in the DC area it’s not the best, but there may still also be a rental opportunities for invests like @Yasmeen Neal

Post: Multi-Family - 4-plex - DC area

Bryan Mitchell
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@Yasmeen Neal, you can contact @Russell Brazil, but it’s not a great market for MF. 

Post: Storage Space Mentor/getting started

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@Mason Haley you can reach out to @Henry Clark. He has a lot of experience and has been very generous sharing He is an operator, but (unless things has changed) a not in the business of coaching. Although, I might hire him! :) 

Post: Self Storage- Convention

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@Henry Clark, wow, you certainly benefited from your trip. Thank you for sharing. Of particular interest is the forming of the LLC in Wyoming or Nevada. I've heard this before but you explained it very clearly. Secondly, I'd be interested to see what tax advantages you find with the other business structures.

Post: Go Puff Business Model?

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At the moment GoPuff is cutting expenses: 

While initial reports said just 3% of the Philly-founded company's 15,000 employees would be affected, LinkedIn data and announcements show it may be many hundreds more. 

They are probably reassessing their growth and expansion. 

Post: Commercial/industrial gym investment property guidance

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You’ll need to work with a commercial real estate agent to help you find your building/gym. But yes, Costar/ LoopNet is an option. Not sure if you’re starting your own gym or you’re interested in franchising, but the answer to that question would directly impact your search. 

Post: Self Storage- ISS convention Las Vegas

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@Henry Clark,

You’re sons making a great decision. I’ve done 28 years in the Army. It’s been a heck of a ride! Yes, he should put the BAH to work…..Enjoy your trip out in Vegas. It’s a great place for a convention. I love SS and this may be a great place to see what’s (Products and services ) out there. Cheers, Bryan

Post: Want to 1031 my SF to a multi family but need help

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Quote from @Eric Van Deman:

Hi @Christina Kokologiannakis,

In moving from a single-family to multi-family properties, I would recommend that you look into the lending requirements in the multi-family space before making your decision as there might be some other actions that you would want to undertake before you sell. If your plan is to find a replacement property or two that is 4 units or less and qualifies for residential financing, then there is probably not much to do with your current investment structure. However, if you are planning to find a replacement property that is 5 units or more, you'll get into the commercial lending space. Commercial loans are more commonly granted to LLCs and one of the 1031 requirements is that the relinquished and replacement properties hold title in the same name, which may require you to transfer the SFH into an LLC before you sell it. There are also some basic requirements for a commercial loan being the borrower's net worth is higher than the loan value, DSCR typically above 1.25, and certain reserve requirements. If I were in your shoes, I'd reach out to a commercial lender and a 1031 exchange intermediary before you put your SFH on the market to ensure you'll be able to follow through on the back end. And I agree with both Bryan and Jake, the timelines are tight, so start early in searching for your replacement property.

Agree with Eric regarding collecting all the data. 1031 intermediaries are required. I’d add that they only a tool and will not offer help beyond the exchange. As others have said, speak to your tax attorney or CPA prior so they can advise you on tax strategies before you start the process. I did that but my CPA failed to disclose the exact tax bill/ tax implications. Hindsight is 20/20 but knowing what I know now, I should have switched CPAs prior and went over a few possible courses of actions prior to execution. Never get too comfortable with your various providers to include CPAs, attorneys, PM, and/or contractors. 

Post: Want to 1031 my SF to a multi family but need help

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@Christina Kokologiannakis, the 1031 requirements are interesting. The hardest part is finding properties that met the requirements and being able to close within the period of time without rushing and making a hasty decision. To avoid this, I would prefer one property. I’d focus on cash flow today and not tomorrow. I’d get the most units in the best condition in the best location. I would avoid areas or types of units with high turnover as this has been one of my bigger expenses. Sure, look at diversity and availability of jobs and current (and future) demand. An easy way to determine demand is to call leasing agents at property management companies in the city you want to buy it. Lots of decisions but take it from a guy who failed his 1031 who learned valuable lessons.

Post: Boat and RV storage

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@Henry Clark, I’m doing it again to Henry, but he has a wealth of knowledge regarding this subject.