All Forum Posts by: Sam Horton

Hi @Salina Doe, fortunately, I have not had to deal with an eviction personally yet. However, I do work with a lot of buy-and-hold investors in my area. From what I am told it really comes down to the court system you are going through and how much of a backlog they have. I have seen about the same time span in the Plymouth County court district (3-6 months). I'm glad you hired an attorney to help you because a lot of the cases get thrown out for not filing the NTQ appropriately which then resets the clock for the tenant. Have you attempted to offer cash for keys to get the tenants out? That may help you remove the problem sooner than going through the courts. 

Hey Jordan. Welcome! BP is honestly one of the best resources out there. You can also check out: "Wholesaling Real Estate: A Beginner's Guide to Wholesaling Real Estate and Growing Rich" by Brent Driscoll. Check out Dealcheck or REI/KIt for software. Good luck

Hi @Colin Kelly-Rand

Thanks for reaching out. Yes, navigating the rules and regulations around short-term rentals (STRs) can definitely be challenging. I'm glad to hear that you're interested in attending our upcoming event, as we'll be discussing exactly that topic.

Our guest speaker, Dave Menapace, has extensive experience in real estate and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to analyzing STRs. I'm confident that he'll have some great insights to share, so be sure to bring your questions and ideas!

In the meantime, my workaround has always been just having conversations with the building department and the board of health to see if there are any current laws against it. I also use BP forums as a great resource as well. 

I look forward to seeing you at the event!

Join us for the April Boston South Meet-Up!

When: Thursday, April 20th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Where: Boston Connect Real Estate - 19 Mattakeesett St, Pembroke, MA

Guest Speaker:

Dave Menapace
5 Star Co-Host, CEO

Dave Menapace is a local real estate investor, co-host, consultant, and realtor. He is also an author and the host of the Hassle-Free RE Podcast. Dave leveraged real estate to exit his 9-5 as a director at a healthcare consulting firm in early 2022.

He specializes in short-term rentals as an investor, agent, and more recently, co-host. His passion is helping others find and finance properties that others have passed on, and making them thrive as short-term rentals. He enjoys educating others in the STR space and does so through his podcast, consulting, coaching, and most recently, writing. On the off chance that he's not conducting a real estate transaction, you can find him spending time with his family, playing golf, working out, and always networking.

Additional Information: Please park at Shepard's Funeral Home (just to the right of Boston Connect). Light food will be served, BYOB.

Come join us for the March Boston South Meet-Up!

When: Thursday, March 16th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Where: Boston Connect Real Estate - 19 Mattakeesett St, Pembroke, MA

Guest Speaker:

Michael Ketchen

CEO of CC-REI

Michael has always had a profound interest in real estate investment, and after working as a high school administrator for over a decade, he brought his vision to life by leading the creation of the Commonwealth Collective, LLC.

Currently, Michael has over 400+ units under management in his portfolio and is still looking to grow. His latest undertaking is the Financial Freedom Community, focusing on helping motivate investors to either start or scale their real estate businesses.

Additional Information: Please park at Shepard's Funeral Home (just to the right of Boston Connect). Light food will be served, BYOB.

Come join us for the February Boston South Real Estate Meet-up!

With Guest Speakers, Kent Fitzpatrick, Sean Whalen & Bill O'Neill of Asset Strategy

At our next networking meet-up, we will be discussing a range of topics related to real estate investment strategies. The main focus will be on 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange, Delaware Statutory Trust (DST), and an overview of investing in Opportunity zones.

These topics are essential for any real estate investor looking to maximize returns while minimizing tax liability. We will have guest speakers from the industry to provide insight and knowledge on these topics, including case studies and real-world examples. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this event is an excellent opportunity to learn about new investment strategies and network with other professionals in the industry.

Join us for the first meet-up of 2023!

With special guest: Chris Nash

Christopher Nash is a partner at the firm providing clients with tax, assurance, and small business accounting services. He obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting and a Master of Science Degree in Accounting from Bridgewater State University. Chris is an accounting professional who has over eleven years of experience in the accounting field. He has four years of experience in national firms in assurance. He has over seven years of experience working with small businesses, non-profits, and individual income taxation. Chris is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants. He is also a treasurer on the board of a small not-for-profit in Massachusetts. Chris loves to travel, stay active, and spend time with family and friends.

Join us for the last meet-up of 2022. With special guest: Michael Ketchen

Michael has always had a profound interest in real estate investment, and after working as a high school administrator for over a decade, he brought his vision to life by leading the creation of the Commonwealth Collective, LLC.

Currently, Michael has over 400+ units under management in his portfolio and is still looking to grow. His latest undertaking is the Financial Freedom Community, focusing on helping motivate investors to either start or scale their real estate businesses.

Come join us, @Christian Carter, @Jack Dalrymple, and myself, Thursday, November 17th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Boston Connect Real Estate 19 Mattakeesett St, Pembroke, MA 02359.

@Scott Mac & @Mike Smith   Thanks these are solid points. We have a very high demand from families looking to rent this style property in my area regardless of the pool. There isn't a whole lot of data though for someone willing to pay a premium for pool vs no pool. Most of the rentals in my area are word of mouth, Craigslist, etc. My fiance and I have two different tenants interested in renting at our price without even advertising it yet. Not worried about the heater necessarily because it's electric and the home has separate meters. 

The maintenance and liability are honestly what I am concerned about most. If this was an old pool I wouldn't think twice but because it's so new I wanted to see some other people's opinions. I also spoke with my insurance provider and it will limit the policy choices being a landlord as well and obviously increase our premium. 

That said, does anyone want to buy some pool parts? lol