All Forum Posts by: Matheu Santos

Calling all Colorado Springs real estate investors! I'm in search of a new property manager for my first and only rental property, a townhome in Fountain, Colorado. Unfortunately, I've been less than thrilled with my current property manager and the rental has been vacant for the past two weeks.

As a member of the military community and a beginner real estate investor living overseas, I'd love to find a property manager who understands and values the unique needs of smaller investors like myself. I'm looking for someone who offers comprehensive property management services, is attentive to detail, and has a proven track record of success.

Have any of you had a fantastic experience with a property manager in the Colorado Springs area who values smaller investors like myself? I'm hoping to find someone who can help me fill my vacancy quickly and effectively manage the property moving forward. If you know of someone who fits the bill, I'd greatly appreciate a recommendation!

I know that finding the right property manager can make all the difference in the success of my real estate investing journey, and I'm eager to connect with other beginner investors in the Colorado Springs area who can share their experiences and advice. Thanks in advance for your help!"

 Thank you for your response Jose. Do you happen to have any recommendations?

Hi everyone! 

I am writing to seek advice and recommendations from the community regarding a property manager in the Colorado Springs area. I have a rental property (townhome) in the Mesa neighborhood of Fountain and have been working with a property manager who has been handling my property as an asset manager for the past year. Unfortunately, my property has been vacant for the past two weeks, and I feel like I am not a priority to my current property manager.

I am looking for a reliable property manager who can provide a more hands-on approach and can prioritize my property. Ideally, I am seeking a property manager who has experience in the Colorado Springs area and can handle the day-to-day operations. I am also open to hearing about your experiences with property management companies in the area.

If you have any recommendations or advice, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you in advance for your help.

Best regards,

Matt

Dear investors, I hope you’re doing great. I would appreciate your educated and more importantly experienced opinion on this matter. 

I’m looking to house hack in the Tampa Bay area, however prices are extremely high and affordability is at its lowest. Especially, for a father of two like me. 

In January of 2024 I’ll finish my active duty contract with the Air Force and leave Germany to start a life in Florida Tampa Bay  Area (Riverview preferably). My strategy would be:

- Find a 3 car garage single family

- The garage has to share a wall with the guest bathroom

- Convert the house into a 1 car garage by adding an ADU (The guest bathroom will become the ADU's bathroom, significantly lowering costs)

- Parking should not be an issue. Since the house was originally a 3 car garage, the spacious driveway will provide enough space for parking. 

Very straightforward hopefully. My only concern are ADU regulations and getting the permits to make this possible. Please give me your opinion. I appreciate you taking the time!

I'm overseas and want to invest in Florida, where I plan to live. From what I've seen on Zillow, from Tampa to Orlando, none of the multi families (duplexes, triplexes) have a decent CoC return. It's mostly negative! I'll start working with an agent in the next few months. What is a good course of action for a foreign investor? Any tips? Thank you!

My property appreciated around 100k in just 2 years, which I bought with a VA loan with 0 down in Colorado Springs. I turned it into a rental and currently it cashflows $108 monthly after all operating costs. I want to take my profits and purchase a multi family in Florida with a much better ROI. If I refinance, I'll be able to get 90k, however I'll be negative $300/month. Would I be able to sell the property even though the lease is 5 months from ending? Should I just wait and pass on this opportunity? Thanks in advance!

Scott, you just changed my life. Borrowing money against my stock portfolio is the solution for all my problems. Thank you!

I live overseas, but I own a rental property which I owe 240k and is worth 345k. My goal is to apply for a HELOC for a downpayment on another investment property. Is it realistic to get at least 10k from this strategy? My goal is to raise 35-45k for a down payment but it'll take me 1 year and half or 2. Is there a better option out there? Thanks in advance!