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All Forum Posts by: Jonathan Makovsky

Jonathan Makovsky has started 87 posts and replied 788 times.

Post: Hard Money or Equity Partner

Jonathan MakovskyPosted
  • Investor
  • Fairfield-New Haven-Hartford County, CT
  • Posts 825
  • Votes 413

@Moshe Eisenberg I agree with @Kyle B. 

If you feel very confident on your ability to return your projected numbers and keep rehab budget/timeline and ARV in check, then I think hard money is the way to go based on just the numbers.

If you're not so certain about hitting your target and your equity partner (understands these risks and) is comfortable with the deal based on the upside, then personally I would go this route and avoid a possible tough situation with hard money lender.

Post: Looking for web based Accounting thats easy for many rentals, Wave?

Jonathan MakovskyPosted
  • Investor
  • Fairfield-New Haven-Hartford County, CT
  • Posts 825
  • Votes 413

Personally, I agree with @Steven Hamilton II . I used Wave, and stopped with it quickly - I found it to be a very confusing software.

@Curt Smith , I'm happy you found a system that works for you!

Post: ARV?

Jonathan MakovskyPosted
  • Investor
  • Fairfield-New Haven-Hartford County, CT
  • Posts 825
  • Votes 413

@Candy Quirino Our top priorities going into a place to increase ARV are:

  • Kitchen
  • Bath(s)
  • Curb Appeal
  • Paint & a clean overall look
Every situation is different, so you might want to speak with a local knowledgeable Realtor.

Post: Rehab Estimates

Jonathan MakovskyPosted
  • Investor
  • Fairfield-New Haven-Hartford County, CT
  • Posts 825
  • Votes 413

@Account Closed said, we have been finding the costs to be at the higher end of J's book. 

Feel free to reach out with any specifics, or recommendations.

Post: Thank you Bigger Pockets — Podcast Leads to Job Offer

Jonathan MakovskyPosted
  • Investor
  • Fairfield-New Haven-Hartford County, CT
  • Posts 825
  • Votes 413

Congrats Blake! BP University is the best bang for your buck on the planet.

Post: New member joining from Connecticut

Jonathan MakovskyPosted
  • Investor
  • Fairfield-New Haven-Hartford County, CT
  • Posts 825
  • Votes 413

Welcome @Anton Reed ! Looking forward to getting to know you through BP and possibly in CT.

Post: Newbie from Shelton, CT

Jonathan MakovskyPosted
  • Investor
  • Fairfield-New Haven-Hartford County, CT
  • Posts 825
  • Votes 413

Welcome stranger - awesome to see you in the forums! @Account Closed 

Post: Newbie from Manchester, CT

Jonathan MakovskyPosted
  • Investor
  • Fairfield-New Haven-Hartford County, CT
  • Posts 825
  • Votes 413

Welcome @Zandra Thomas 

Post: New Investor from New York City

Jonathan MakovskyPosted
  • Investor
  • Fairfield-New Haven-Hartford County, CT
  • Posts 825
  • Votes 413

Welcome @Pat Kumparatana 

Post: New Member in Connecticut!

Jonathan MakovskyPosted
  • Investor
  • Fairfield-New Haven-Hartford County, CT
  • Posts 825
  • Votes 413

Welcome @Dwight Ketelhut