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Xavien Rafael Why Structuring Your Bank Accounts Is Key to Real Estate Success
13 December 2024 | 5 replies
This can lead to consistent limit increases every quarter, which opens up even more opportunities for growth.Having good rapport or a strong relationship with a credible accountant to help simplify and oversee this process is an amazing idea and highly recommended.
Natalia Perlova Tenant claims there is no heat, and it's Christmas
31 December 2024 | 57 replies
They tell you to request to market, but there is a max allowable increase which is a joke.
Rud Sev High level of taxes for syndication
20 December 2024 | 20 replies
First - you have to mention what the syndication will do as that will have an impact on how you get taxed.Given that this is a real estate forum, it is assumed that you are investing in a syndication that will invest in real estate.Most real estate syndications purchase real estate in year 1 and have a plan of selling / exiting in year 5 or 7.Often times, the sponsor will get a cost segregation study which increases the loss on the K-1 presented to the investor in year 1.This may be important as it almost guarantees that there will be no taxable income from the syndication from year 1 to the year before exit.If the syndication does well and exits at a price more than purchase, it may result in a taxable income. 
Joel Oh One platform strategy
2 January 2025 | 30 replies
It was simply because there were always more guests than hosts and the platform's focus has been collecting more hosts on their platform to increase its size. 
Tiffany Alfaro Preparing for Real Estate Investment: Savings, Expenses, and Side Work Opportunities
13 December 2024 | 7 replies
If the rate is reasonable then it may make sense to try to save fast to get to the 3.5% down payment on a double or triple - househacking may allow you to increase your savings rate and pay down that loan even faster.As for estimating costs, closing in NY factor at least 1% of the mortgage amount for tax, plus $1500-2000 for lawyer, title and fees, then the amount required by the bank for escrow will depend on the actual property taxes and insurance.
Zachary Schreffler Cold Calling Marketing - List Population
26 November 2024 | 6 replies
I populate all my own mailing lists, which typically involve only motivated sellers (high equity, divorce, probate, foreclosure, tax foreclosure, etc.).
Lorraine Hadden Wisdom of Great investors - Quote
9 December 2024 | 3 replies
It is an opportunity to increase ownership of great companies with great management at good prices."
Mike Tikh How to choose a location from the US?
2 December 2024 | 35 replies
When choosing a location, focus on markets with job growth, population increases, and a diverse economy.
Glenn McCrorey I quit my job today
29 December 2024 | 253 replies
But wondered if you were able to flip some houses during your run so that you could buy down the houses you have today and increase your cash flow to allow you to quit.Some great stuff.
Jewell Arceneaux Attention Investors: Scale up starting with FHA
14 December 2024 | 6 replies
Live in one unit and rent out the others to cover your mortgage.Seller Financing: Negotiate terms with the property seller where they act as the lender, often requiring a smaller down payment and bypassing traditional underwriting.Partnerships or Joint Ventures: Partner with an investor who provides the capital in exchange for a share of the property’s equity or income.Lease Options: Use a rent-to-own agreement, which allows you to control the property while saving for a formal purchase.BRRRR Method (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat): Acquire a distressed property with short-term financing, rehab it to increase value, rent it out, and refinance to recoup your initial investment.Pro TipStay in close communication with your lender as you approach your next purchase.