15 March 2024 | 6 replies
Once built use one home to live in and sell the other(s) to supplement the cost of the primary home?

20 March 2024 | 193 replies
Which is great and one reason why one would supplement an LLC with a trust in an asset protection structure.What I mentioned was about using a quit claim deed instead of a warranty deed - a warranty deed certifies that the property is free of any easements, liens, or other encumbrances on ownership and carries title insurance; a quitclaim deeds contain no guarantees of any kind and does NOT transfer the title insurance.

16 March 2024 | 21 replies
(Your mileage may vary)Prior to finalizing a lease agreement, I am considering presenting tenants with two rental price options for consideration:1) Inclusion of renter's insurance within the lease terms, with the option for tenants who decline coverage to pay slightly higher rent (wherein the associated premium cost is included in the monthly rental amount without the tenant's explicit knowledge).2) Inclusion of renter's insurance within the lease terms, with the option for tenants who obtain coverage to receive a slight discount on their rental rate equivalent to the cost of their renter's insurance premium.Optimistically, the second approach aims to incentivize continuous coverage for the tenant through a comprehensive renter's insurance strategy.

15 March 2024 | 3 replies
You Tube and other platforms have made it possible for a lot of these types to enter the space They shill crypto, supplements, only fans and now real estate.

14 March 2024 | 2 replies
That trend stopped after the 70's but manufactured housing was a major contributor towards creating stable affordable housing.If we want to tackle our housing shortage we need to get serious about it.Here is a quick summary of the HUD changes: HUD Actions for Manufactured Homes and Communities:HUD announces a comprehensive set of actions to increase availability and affordability of manufactured homes.These actions are part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Housing Supply Action Plan.Manufactured housing is a key component in the strategy to boost housing supply and reduce costs.Preservation and Reinvestment Initiative for Community Enhancement (PRICE) Program:HUD launches the PRICE Program, a $225 million competitive grant opportunity.The program aims to preserve and revitalize manufactured housing and communities.Funding supports repairs, rehabilitation, replacement of units, infrastructure upgrades, and community resilience.Available to states, local jurisdictions, tribes, nonprofits, community development finance institutions, and other eligible entities.FHA Draft Policy for Manufactured Home Communities:FHA posts a draft policy to solicit public feedback.The policy aims to promote stability and affordability for individuals and families in existing manufactured home communities.Allows resident-owned cooperatives and mission-oriented borrowers to access FHA-insured financing for purchasing or refinancing.Updates to FHA's Title I Manufactured Home Loan Program:HUD announces updates to FHA's Title I Manufactured Home Loan Program.New methodologies for calculating loan limits to align with current market pricing.Expects the new loan limits to incentivize more lenders to participate and expand program usage by buyers of manufactured housing.Annual Recalculation of Title I Loan Program Limits:FHA will recalculate Title I loan limits annually to keep pace with home price changes over time.This ensures that the loan limits remain aligned with market conditions.Ginnie Mae's Title I Loan Securitization Program:Ginnie Mae takes steps to reinvigorate its Title I Loan Securitization program.Revisions to financial eligibility requirements for Title I Issuers to reduce barriers and increase lender participation.HUD's Ongoing Support for Manufactured Housing:These actions build on HUD's continuous efforts to support manufactured housing.Earlier actions include a proposed rule for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program emphasizing the needs of manufactured housing communities.Recent Updates to CDBG Notice:HUD updated the CDBG in Support of Housing Activities notice to allow the use of funds for acquisition of manufactured housing units, services to homeowners, and investments in infrastructure and resilience for manufactured housing communities.

15 March 2024 | 3 replies
While there's no shortage of options out there,as you mentioned, such as PropStream, DealCheck, REI Simpli, and Podio, the aim is to stand out by honing in on what really matters to investors: ROI, value, performance, efficiency, and possibly price.Expanding on what matters as outlined earlier, here are my assumptions regarding what investors might require if I were to launch a product today:User-Friendly Experience: A platform that feels like second nature to real estate investors, with intuitive design and features that make life easier.All-in-One Solutions: A toolbox stacked with everything necessary for successful investing—from finding leads to analyzing deals and managing properties.Seamless Integration: Make workflow smoother by seamlessly connecting with other essential tools and platforms you rely on.Insightful Analytics: Next-level decision-making with advanced analytics and data visualization that help you optimize investment strategies.Now, the challenge lies in the fact that every investor is unique, and the features might be excessive if they don't offer genuine value.

14 March 2024 | 4 replies
My goal is to build a substantial portfolio, aiming for two more houses by the end of the year and continuing.As a newcomer to Detroit, I am seeking your insights on the best areas to invest in.
14 March 2024 | 2 replies
Unless you are aiming for appreciation, it would make more sense to use some leverage through financing.

12 March 2024 | 10 replies
My aim is to maximize my monthly income to supplement my retirement fund (CalSTRS) after 25 years in education, within the next five years.

13 March 2024 | 5 replies
We then aim to close on the replacement properties as soon as possible after the relinquished property closes.