Have you talked with a lender on the plan to refi your existing home?

@Brandon Ja - The standard answer here is to check with your CPA, but from my standpoint expenses that add longevity and functionality to an existing property (including adding square footage) would make that a capital expenditure that can be depreciated over time.

Hi all - I'm struggling with what the best type of analysis to use to come up with to compare investment options and wondering if anyone could help me focus on the right metrics.I am trying to make a decision on build on an existing piece of land that I have or to buy a completely different deal.Details:- Currently own/operate a triplex that cash flows very well.

How does the PL prove that a deed of trust ever existed?

The penalty plus the security deposit (and additional repairs) was far from covering my expenses, but one thing I can tell you- this is a peace of mind having non carpet flooring.   

Without that existing network, I’d find out-of-state management much more challenging, and I generally wouldn’t advise OOS management for new investors who don’t have reliable local contacts.Currently, I’m in the process of transitioning my properties to a local property manager.

Unfortunately, there is a good number of illegitimate PMs and contractors in the Cleveland area, BUT quality property management does exist here.

The reason I posted this question is to see if any specific areas could be improved by technology that can help you be better at your business. we don't live in an ideal world, and sometimes the existing tools, may be useful as we are used to using it, but they arent very optimal.The best way to look at it is to see if there are some problem areas that you think if addressed via technology will help you be more efficient and reduce your investment risks. 

If your tax situation isn’t too complicated, you could try handling it yourself using good software, but if you want peace of mind, a CPA could be worth the investment.Since your parents have experience, you might lean on their advice while you learn the ropes.

You might be able to find a lot of this info online, on YouTube, here, etc and piece it together however as a busy professional I didn't have the time personally to try and fail - nothing wrong about choosing that path however I knew I didn't have time and I was in peace with hiring a coach to help me through my first deal, 8k is affordable in comparison with the 30,40,50k programs out there.