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David Martoyan Profit Through Adaptability
5 January 2025 | 4 replies
Atlanta in particular has high co-living demand due to the economic growth and prevalence of padsplit in our market.
Tove Fox Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate Investing?
5 January 2025 | 13 replies
@Tove Fox - Residential Real Estate InvestingPros:Lower Entry Costs: Easier to get started with less capital required.High Demand: People always need homes, making demand relatively stable.Easier Financing: Mortgages are generally easier to secure with favorable terms.Simplicity: Easier to understand and manage, especially for beginners.Flexibility: You can use it as a personal residence or rent it out.Cons:Tenant Turnover: More frequent turnover leads to vacancy and more management.Lower Cash Flow: Income potential can be modest compared to commercial properties.Emotional Buyers: Residential prices can be influenced by emotions, leading to price volatility.Maintenance Burden: Landlords often deal with repairs and maintenance, which can be time-consuming.Commercial Real Estate InvestingPros:Higher Income Potential: Stronger cash flow and higher returns are common.Long-Term Leases: Tenants often sign longer leases (3-10 years), reducing vacancy risk.Professional Tenants: Business tenants tend to take better care of the property.Valuation Based on Income: Prices are based on the income the property generates, not market emotions.Shared Costs: Tenants often cover property expenses like taxes, insurance, and maintenance (via triple-net leases).Cons:High Entry Costs: Requires more capital or partnerships to get started.Complex Management: More expertise is needed; you may need a professional property manager.Economic Sensitivity: Commercial properties are more sensitive to economic conditions.Challenging Financing: Securing financing can be harder, with stricter terms and higher interest rates.Zoning and Legalities: More complex regulations compared to residential properties.Key Differences:Risk: Residential tends to be lower risk, while commercial offers higher rewards but with greater risk.Management: Residential is easier for DIY investors, while commercial properties usually require a team.Scalability: Commercial properties are easier to scale, offering more potential for significant cash flow increases.
Toby Khan Wichita, KS Investors
9 January 2025 | 107 replies
Very high demand for real estate throughout the city.
George Daly Weather Impact on Deal Analysis
5 January 2025 | 5 replies
Think about your individual chances of being affected.  
Ed Lopez Excessive "Make Ready" Costs from Property Manager
21 January 2025 | 35 replies
The replacement shelves were ordered individually, I was charged the initial inspection fee to tell me the shelves were missing, the cost of the shelves plus markup by the PM, and $67 an hour to "install" the shelves. 
Carlos Amaya REI Education & Networking event – Charlotte NC - The Cash-Flow Breakfast Club
4 January 2025 | 0 replies
A community of growth oriented, abundance mindset, go-giver individuals with a BARE MINIMUM commitment to become financially free through real estate investing.We focus on providing education and building networks to help every member solve their cash-flow freedom equation, so they can have the time-freedom needed to follow their passions, make a lasting impact and even change the world!
Tyler Kesling Funding Your First Deal
7 January 2025 | 16 replies
I've really enjoyed just reading through the forums and listening to books about individuals paths and successful and the challenging deals.I've got big goals so I'm going to do everything I can to get to 60 doors before the end of 2026 and the deals I'm going to get into are going to net me a minimum of $100 cash flow per unit.
Dustin Horner Hiring FT or PT
6 January 2025 | 5 replies
Instead, build a solid bench of 3rd party vendors; HVAC, plumber, handyman, etc..When considering whether or not to make a hire, most of it depends on how many hours you can dedicate to that individual each week, at least when hiring a maintenance tech.
Dwayne Rowe Accessing equity from multiple properties
31 December 2024 | 11 replies
Quote from @John Morgan: I’d do individual cash out refis on them to scale up.
Joseph Kirk Advice on entering the fix & flip industry
5 January 2025 | 17 replies
Do my 3 associates need to create a LLC to be able to do these renovations or can any individual do them, as long as proper permits are pulled?