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19 November 2024 | 4 replies
I think "California Business and Professions code 7029.6" is the name of the law that requires them to display this?
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21 November 2024 | 1 reply
I’m a real estate agent based in the vibrant Bay Area, specializing in helping clients find their perfect homes or investments.
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20 November 2024 | 23 replies
Here is my current set up:1) ShowMojo for managing the self showing listings (It has some self showing anti-fraud services, syncs with smart lockbox to issues codes, etc etc)2) CodeBox Jr smart lockbox where I have the keys3) ReoLink Go Plus Cellular Camera with a $5 per month T mobile data only sim card.
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17 November 2024 | 30 replies
I'm not well versed in the tax code by any means but this whole depreciation thing seems like something that applies to some people based on individual circumstance but the gurus preach it to the masses.
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19 November 2024 | 1 reply
After reviewing the latest ordinances, reports, and city guidelines, here’s a summary of my findings as of 11/18/2024:Key FindingsPermit Types and Fees:Type 1 (Owner-Occupied): $300 for 3 years.Type 2 (Non-Owner-Occupied): $450 for 3 years.Density caps apply to Type 2 permits (12.5% of block face).Enforcement:3 violations in 3 years lead to permit revocation.Fines up to $500/day for violations.Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT):City: 9%, County: 1.75%, State: 6%.Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO will remit directly to the city starting Feb 2025.Platform Obligations:STRs must have valid permits; unpermitted properties will be removed by platforms like Airbnb.Special Exceptions for Density Limits:Require approval by the Board of Adjustment (BOA).Zip Code BreakdownI focused on these 11 zip codes:Under San Antonio Rules:78205, 78204, 78215, 78210, 78212, 78245, 78258Independent Municipalities (Separate Rules):Alamo Heights (78209)Leon Valley (78238)Helotes (78023)Next Steps:Research density caps and zoning in specific zip codes.Dive into independent municipality rules for Alamo Heights, Leon Valley, and Helotes.Evaluate market maturity and income potential using tools like AirDNA.If anyone has experience operating STRs in San Antonio or these specific zip codes, I’d love to hear your insights, especially about density limits, enforcement trends, or community sentiment.Thanks in advance!
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20 November 2024 | 25 replies
I do have a great realtor, but she doesn't necessarily specialize in flips/investment properties.
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22 November 2024 | 14 replies
Find a brokerage that specializes in the investment space.
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24 November 2024 | 11 replies
Quote from @Natalie Johnstone: @Jay Hinrichs do you happen to know a good attorney that specializes in such?
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22 November 2024 | 6 replies
Find Investor savvy Realtors that specialize in off market properties. 2.
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22 November 2024 | 13 replies
For individual properties, we've recently started using a QR code system for wi-fi and email capture to save on costs.