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Jordyn Ohs What do I do if my DTI is getting in the way of my next investment property?
16 January 2025 | 7 replies
This is the max it seems most "A" lenders will loan too, I might get 50% from a credit union but that still probably not help in the short term.How do people keep going?
Victor Yang Taking a small loss to save on taxes?
19 January 2025 | 7 replies
Right now, the best offers around me are for some 1.3-4 million, that only generated around 100k per year gross, so there would be a high chance of not cash flowing, and paying money, especially with a commercial loan (these buildings have more than 4 units).I was thinking that although the rental itself does not generate money, I would be able to deduct the mortgage interest, and depreciation from my personal w2 income and would be net positive.
Kyle Jenson New Dentist looking to create a retirement plan for myself thru real estate
24 January 2025 | 15 replies
BP also launched Passive Pockets podcast and platform where you can learn more about this.
Joy Daniels Pets and Service animals at STR
18 January 2025 | 15 replies
All you an do is tell them.I do ask about the service animal but it is things like, do you need any special stuff to help you make them happy?
Melody R. Thoughts about the virtual CPA firm The Real Estate CPA?
16 January 2025 | 18 replies
Only more time in traffic.
Brett Coultas New member introduction and host financial question
21 January 2025 | 8 replies
that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.
Rich Davis More Insurance tightening
22 December 2024 | 2 replies

I know there have been posts regarding the ever increasing cost of insurance.  I am seeing a different insurance issue.  All of my buildings are three stories. Insurance is suddenly dropping me due to the buildings no...

Paulette Midgette A Contractor I Would Not Recommend
17 January 2025 | 12 replies
A lot of times these threats do not matter much to Contractors, but they may help.
Nate McCarthy How to approach landlord about buying their rental?
13 January 2025 | 12 replies
This will give you clarity on the numbers and help you determine how to structure an offer that works for both sides.
Brandon Toron How to get the most cash out of my property?
13 January 2025 | 13 replies
This could help secure a higher LTV while you build STR rental history.