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6 January 2025 | 8 replies
As a wholesaler, having the first look at a property is a cool perk of the skill set. checking to see if the numbers work comes first, but secondly if not first part A, how will the property be managedAnyone investing in multifamily out of state, what’s the difference between the different amount of units?
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31 December 2024 | 6 replies
The key takeaway was timing...selling each property in a way that allowed him to hit the 45-day identification period without rushing into a subpar deal.In your case, with SFHs in Jacksonville and Ocala plus that duplex in Port Charlotte, I’d look at where each market stands right now and figure out if there’s a single buyer who’ll pay close to fair value for the whole set or if you might do better by splitting them up.
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31 December 2024 | 15 replies
Sounds like you set yourselves up for success, and it’s paying off!
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27 December 2024 | 4 replies
However, a lot of concerns can be mitigated with looking at their past rental behavior in a lot of different settings.
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27 December 2024 | 2 replies
Double check any cap ex you might have coming in the next year or more there so you can plan to set that aside (boilers, roofs, etc).
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6 January 2025 | 8 replies
And as investors we should know this, but always anticipate higher costs and longer waits.EXAMPLE Breakdown of Costs:Plan Purchase: $1,500Permitting Fees: $2,500-7,500Site Preparation (grading, utilities, foundation): $20,000–$30,000ADUs require separate utility connections for water, electricity, and sewer but you can tap into existing utilities at the primary houseIn Raleigh you CANNOT split lots fee simple, so setting up completely separate utilities would not allow you to section off the ADU as of nowYour ADU must be on a permanent foundation (no wheels, no ability to move the structure)Construction (labor and materials): $100,000–$150,000Low-grade: $150–$180/sq ft averageMid-grade: $180–$220/sq ft averageHigh-end: $220–$250/sq ft averageLandscaping/Finishing Touches: $5,000Total Estimated Cost: $125,000–$200,000You could easily spend $200k+ with super end high finishes, custom designs, complicated sitework, adding a second story or more sqft, etc.
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4 February 2025 | 26 replies
I did not attend the 3 day class, but purchased the self paced virtual version with the mind set that even if I only learned the how, it would be worth the spend long term.
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26 December 2024 | 0 replies
Luckily, due to the number of items this person had at the home, we added charges for each day beyond the set closing date for them to vacate the property.
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29 December 2024 | 8 replies
Follow up re-engagement and appointment setting.
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31 December 2024 | 5 replies
Prioritize properties with strong rental potential and set aside reserves to handle unexpected costs.Finally, familiarize yourself with tenant laws in your target market, especially in Portland, and consult a real estate-savvy CPA for tax efficiency and legal considerations.