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All Forum Posts by: James Kim

James Kim has started 25 posts and replied 79 times.

Post: Is metro cities better? or around the metro? or suburbs?

James Kim
Posted
  • Investor
  • Los Angeles
  • Posts 79
  • Votes 21
Quote from @Mike D'Arrigo:
Quote from @James Kim:
Quote from @Mike D'Arrigo:

@James Kim this question is too broad. It depends on the market and criteria. What kind of tenants do you want to appeal to? Are you going after students, young hipsters, families? That's going to make a big difference. 


 Hi Mike,

Thanks for the feedback. I don't know what's better for cash flow, but personal preference would be families. I'm not too interested in young hipsters or student housing. If i'm looking at the suburbs, and say there's a hospital out there and the surrounding housing is generally more families. Would renters tend to want SFH or a unit within a multi family building? I would think the price point (assuming same sq ft) would not be too different either way. So i would think families would want to rent a SFH rather than a unit in a multi family property. This compared to say closer to metro areas, if I'm looking for families i would tend to thing they would want to be around the city rather than in it. Just my thoughts, though any feedback is welcome as i'm learning too.

Thanks

James

James, I think you're right on. In general, young hipsters like to be in inner city, especially around entertainment districts and nightlife. They're not real interested in being out in the suburbs. Students of course want to be close to the colleges and universities. Families with children will prefer SFR over MF but nothing is every absolute. I think it's safe to say that the renter profile for MF than it is for SF. MR renters tend to be younger, single or young couples with no children.


 @mike

thank you for your feedback. Still learning and trying to figure out what my own preferences are and what my options look like. Appreciate  your help.

James

Post: Out of state investing and coin operated washers

James Kim
Posted
  • Investor
  • Los Angeles
  • Posts 79
  • Votes 21
Quote from @Nathan Gesner:
Quote from @James Kim:

I agree with David. Either hire a service that places the machines and gives you a cut, or buy machines that operate with card or an app.

I'm not a fan of either and doubt you'll make much money - if any - after covering expenses. I wouldn't install one unless I knew it could make money or it were a determining factor in attracting renters.


 @nathan

Thanks for the feedback. This is very helpful.

James


Post: Out of state investing and coin operated washers

James Kim
Posted
  • Investor
  • Los Angeles
  • Posts 79
  • Votes 21
Quote from @David M.:

@James Kim

I believe others use a service --- you basically rent it from somebody. You'll need to get it serviced somehow...

Also, there are electronic apps to make payments.  I know years ago I used it in a hotel's small laundry room.  I'm guessing they might be even "slicker" now...

Hope that helps.  Good luck.

@david 
Thanks for the feedback. You bring up a great point with electronics!
James




Post: Is metro cities better? or around the metro? or suburbs?

James Kim
Posted
  • Investor
  • Los Angeles
  • Posts 79
  • Votes 21
Quote from @Mike D'Arrigo:

@James Kim this question is too broad. It depends on the market and criteria. What kind of tenants do you want to appeal to? Are you going after students, young hipsters, families? That's going to make a big difference. 


 Hi Mike,

Thanks for the feedback. I don't know what's better for cash flow, but personal preference would be families. I'm not too interested in young hipsters or student housing. If i'm looking at the suburbs, and say there's a hospital out there and the surrounding housing is generally more families. Would renters tend to want SFH or a unit within a multi family building? I would think the price point (assuming same sq ft) would not be too different either way. So i would think families would want to rent a SFH rather than a unit in a multi family property. This compared to say closer to metro areas, if I'm looking for families i would tend to thing they would want to be around the city rather than in it. Just my thoughts, though any feedback is welcome as i'm learning too.

Thanks

James

Post: Private/Hard money lender rates

James Kim
Posted
  • Investor
  • Los Angeles
  • Posts 79
  • Votes 21
Quote from @Jay Hinrichs:
its a separate market.  

points interest Junk fee's goal for most private money hard money loans is 15 to 20% apr.  with a combo of those items i just mentioned.. some will low ball points but when you get the final settlement statement all of a sudden there is 2 to 4k in junk fee's  And private and Hml dont have to give you a TILA to approve ahead of time.. so many times your stuck in a rock and a hard spot sitting there day before closing and finally seeing what all your charges are going to be.

Some charge NO junk fee's just have to shop.

 @Jay Hinrichs - Thanks for the feedback, very helpful.

Post: Private/Hard money lender rates

James Kim
Posted
  • Investor
  • Los Angeles
  • Posts 79
  • Votes 21
Quote from @Chris Seveney:

@James Kim

Anywhere from 8-12% and 1-3 pts

 @Chris Seveney- much appreciate your feedback.

Post: Out of state investing and coin operated washers

James Kim
Posted
  • Investor
  • Los Angeles
  • Posts 79
  • Votes 21

Hi BP,

Has anyone done out of state investing where the property had coin operated washer/dryers? How did you handle the collections/management of the money for the washer/dryer?

Thanks!

James

Post: Private/Hard money lender rates

James Kim
Posted
  • Investor
  • Los Angeles
  • Posts 79
  • Votes 21

Hi BP,

I'm curious (as I've never gone through with one myself yet) what I should generally expect with rates on private/hard money lenders? Is there a general mark up above market rates that is typical? or is it just a separate market? if so what are the rates these days that people see? Just curious what I should expect.

Thank you in advance!

James

Post: Is metro cities better? or around the metro? or suburbs?

James Kim
Posted
  • Investor
  • Los Angeles
  • Posts 79
  • Votes 21

Hello BP,

I'm wondering if anyone can provide some insight as to what types of areas are generally better for multi family (5+) properties if I'm looking for some appreciation but more for cash flow? I'm thinking this would land somewhere in the C+ or B class property. I'm looking around for a 5-10 unit to just scope different areas and what's available online (though i have heard anything listed is something nobody wants - not sure how much truth there is to this with multi property) and not sure whether metro (like close to down town areas) are better or the areas peripheral to the metro areas or in the suburbs. Thank you in advance for your feedback!

James

Post: Wyoming LLC amendments required to be submitted to SOS

James Kim
Posted
  • Investor
  • Los Angeles
  • Posts 79
  • Votes 21

Hi,

I know that on formation of an LLC in Wyoming you need to list the members and non-member managers if someone other than the members will manage the LLC. I also understand that if the members change you have to file amendments to the LLC charter(sorry if I'm getting my legal terms wrong). My question is whether I have to notify the SOS if I change the non-member manager of the LLC to one of the members of the LLC. So basically I'm changing a manager-managed LLC to a member-managed LLC, do I need to file LLC amendments with the SOS for Wyoming?

I'm planning on changing the manager of my LLC from a non-member manager to myself (member) and wondering if I have to do anything other than putting something in writing amongst the members that we are doing this and also notify the current manager in writing of this change.

Thank you for your help in advance!

james