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Basit Siddiqi Experienced SFH Investor: Next Steps?
30 January 2025 | 7 replies
Hello everyone, I am reaching out to the BP Community for suggestions.My Portfolio100% owner of 7 SFH PropertiesGP in about 30 SFH properties(of which I own somewhere between 25% to 50%)All but two properties are managed by a PM CompanyNet worth of the above is about $2,000,000 - $2,500,000My IssuesI have many SFH's - Which take up time(Currently spending time paying property tax and insurance, requesting quotes on insurance policies and overseeing the PM Company(approve rent increases, approve renovation projects, etc).They also take up head-space(having to remember property addresses, remembering when property taxes are due)(I have reminders/systems but something I would like to reduce)Goals1) Spend less time on Real Estate2) Free up head-space2) Make $240,000 annually from real estate(Which I think is not to hard if I can increase my net worth and can get an 8% return)Possible Solutions1) Sell all the SFH's and buy 4-Unit Properties to take advantage of conventional financing2) Sell all the SFH's and buy one large apartment complex3) Sell al the SFH's and invest in syndications4) Sell all the SFH's and purchase stock / bonds5) Continue to hold all the SFH's6) Any other suggestionsOther Considations1) Should I consider private notes?
Eryn Garcia My pickle/real estate woes, help/suggestions
19 January 2025 | 5 replies
Give them all the details, contact information, time lines, relationships, etc.  
Annie Anson How to meet material participation hours for out of state investors
22 January 2025 | 25 replies
This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.
Jeff Coy Alternatives to Anderson Business Advisers
18 February 2025 | 5 replies
My experience with clients utilizing the large firms is high priced packages that are often more robust than the client's needs at that point. 
Nilusha Jayasinghe Property reserves and personal efund locations
16 January 2025 | 12 replies
Are you able to reduce your expenses quickly and easily if needed?
Felicia Vinces What makes a good seller financed deal?
28 January 2025 | 3 replies
Key Factors for a Good Seller-Financed DealCash Flow: Rental income should exceed monthly payments (PITI) by at least 1.25–1.5x.Purchase Price: Compare to ARV and market value for fair pricing and equity potential.Interest Rate: Aim for competitive rates; higher rates must still allow positive cash flow.Amortization/Balloon Terms: Favor longer amortization and align balloon payments with your exit strategy.Down Payment: Lower upfront costs reduce risk but should meet the seller's expectations.Flexibility: Seek no prepayment penalties and fair late-payment clauses.Property Condition: Ensure the property’s condition matches terms through inspections.Seller Motivation: Assess the seller’s willingness to negotiate favorable terms.Exit Strategy: Have a clear plan for refinancing or payoff at term end.Portfolio Fit: Ensure the deal aligns with your financial goals and risk tolerance.Vetting multiple deals and consulting professionals is crucial to making sound decisions.
Damon Diddit Inheriting a problem tenant after closing
31 January 2025 | 8 replies
I know this is above and beyond what most municipalities require, but being fair will make the whole process easier.Additionally, a new landlord can reduce the 60-90-day notice by offering more moving assistance (cash and/or labor) if they move sooner rather than later.
Kenneth Joseph Perfido Creating LLC in a new state
29 January 2025 | 2 replies
Additionally, forming a new LLC may require obtaining a new EIN and business bank account.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.
Tony Thomas Buying Down Points
14 February 2025 | 12 replies
Sometimes hard to find this happy medium in rate sheets, though.Another consideration would be taxes - points are typically treated as interest, so if your tax obligations are high this year vs being higher in the future, then this could also impact buying down now vs paying a little more in interest in future years. 
Aaron Ram Seller Financed Deal - What am I missing?
31 January 2025 | 7 replies
Relationships are key -this off-market deal was found through a longtime realtor friend and my last seller financed deal was through a landlord/client I worked with for several years.