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5 February 2025 | 2 replies
Most desirable areas in Tampa Bay are in AE or higher risk flood zones and generally sell for a premium for a comparable home placed elsewhere - all else equal .
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6 February 2025 | 3 replies
Unfortunately we've had a very cold winter here, with temps holding below freezing for weeks at a time so many of us are seeing high heating bills in general.
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6 February 2025 | 27 replies
@Dustin Sanders Unfortunately, I will be shocked if you find this. 20% down is hanging on by a thread based on where rates are at and the general anxiety over declining real estate values. 20% down is the minimum I'm seeing.
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5 February 2025 | 9 replies
It's mostly a joke.I think it did good - the influencer who opines regularly on cap rates, interest rates, the Fed, inflation, and is generally an economist, or even a bit of a philosopher, probably does alright!
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30 January 2025 | 2 replies
We simply include the tax on the invoice sent to guests, which makes it easier to track and ensures we're covered for tax purposes at the end of the year.For Chicago, I’d recommend checking directly with the city’s tax office or a CPA, but generally, you’ll need to register with the city, collect the hotel tax from guests, and remit it on a regular schedule (likely monthly or quarterly).
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24 January 2025 | 5 replies
Owner-occupied commercial properties generally get better interest rates and terms when compared to pure investment properties.
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28 January 2025 | 4 replies
Quote from @Steve NA: Hello All,I am new to investing in general (outside of a condo I have rented over the years).
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23 January 2025 | 21 replies
They are generally no more than 10 years old, maybe up to 15 years old at the most.
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30 January 2025 | 4 replies
Generally there is some coverage for vandalism, but you'll have to look at your policy to find out for sure.