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26 February 2024 | 7 replies
Through extensive reading, planning, strategizing, and expanding our network, we've laid a foundation for our venture.
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27 February 2024 | 12 replies
When I told her this wasn’t allowed, she asked what part of the lease prevented it (there wasn’t anything in the lease that prevented it) …needless to say, I changed my lease to clearly state that each room in the house was single occupancy, and that there were limits on the frequency of guests (you live and you learn).This is by no means an exhaustive list of house hacking tips/tricks, it’s just what came to mind…It’s also worth remembering that, even with extensive preparation, house hacking can be challenging, and things WILL go wrong (e.g.; inconsiderate housemates, broken leases, furnaces that kick the bucket at the WORST possible time, etc., etc.).
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26 February 2024 | 9 replies
I've posted extensively about coastal Oregon vacation rentals and their challenges and production potential, typically a strong STR will generate roughly 10% of valuation in gross annual income.
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27 February 2024 | 43 replies
2) Once you have an accepted offer, have your agent walk the property within 24-48 hours for you.3) If you don't like the property you can use the inspection clause to cancel the purchase contract.4) If you decide to move forward after the walk-thru, get it professionally inspected.5) You can cancel the contract if the inspection shows repairs needed, or request extension of the inspection period to get a contractor in to give a bid.
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25 February 2024 | 30 replies
If you need to do extensive improvements/renovations down the road you will also have some nice tax benefits.
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24 February 2024 | 4 replies
I still have until Sept 2024 to do that if I file extension right?
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26 February 2024 | 42 replies
This totally infuriates me, as their clients deserve better.It's kind of like someone trying to advertise through Facebook, without hiring an expert (a legitimate FB expert) or taking extensive courses, first.
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27 February 2024 | 2053 replies
I didn't take the time to read all of the posts as they are extensive so I hope this isn't redundant.
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26 February 2024 | 28 replies
I have spoken extensively with Taz and other team members on this so I am sure I am heavily influential on this own personal biases.
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23 February 2024 | 9 replies
I have extensive experience in home renovations and access to family members with even more experience.