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18 October 2024 | 7 replies
Installation Costs and IncentivesAverage Cost: Residential solar systems typically cost between $15,000 to $25,000 before incentives for a 6kW system (suitable for an average home).Incentives: Illinois offers substantial incentives, including:Federal Tax Credit: A 30% federal tax credit applies to system costs.Illinois Shines Program: Provides Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) that homeowners can sell for additional income.Net Metering: You’ll receive credits for any excess energy your system produces, reducing your utility bill.2.
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16 October 2024 | 4 replies
My list includes - last 2 years employment history and current employment [2 paystubs], criminal checks, eviction checks, No Pets, No smoking, tenant pays utilities, maintains landscape, no subleasing, bring own washer & dryer, 1 month security deposit and transfer of utilities before moving in, rental insurance, all occupants will be on lease, notice period of 2 months for termination, tenant references, No cosigners, no painting walls, late fee notice, any hoa fines should be paid by tenant, inspection of property at 3, 9 and 12 months.Please let me know if I am missing anything.3.
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19 October 2024 | 25 replies
But really like others are saying to get affordable housing you need to utilize land/lands that already have infrastructure in place and systems that can handle the water and sewer and storm.. so density bonus's are what is needed .
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16 October 2024 | 3 replies
I can utilize the MLS to access market data and if you need a realtor, I would be happy to assist.
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24 October 2024 | 139 replies
I don't know, I usually get 3 bids and go with whom I'm comfortable with, it's less heavy lifting in the end that you have to do anyway.
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15 October 2024 | 8 replies
Do you utilize in-fill lots from the city?
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17 October 2024 | 26 replies
Figure out all the extra expenses of utilities, management, perhaps hot tub, internet etc. go low on income and high on expenses and see how the numbers look.
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18 October 2024 | 5 replies
The area looks to be a decent area for STR rentals and has potential to be a great investment if that goes well, we won't have a mortgage on the property so outside of taxes/insurance/utilities it should be easy to cash flow.
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21 October 2024 | 59 replies
Thanks I have originate many of these AIO loans for almost a decade so I am familiar with the products, the pros, the cons (nothing is perfect), the qualfications needed, how to utilize them, etc.I dont use the AIO personally however Implement a similar strategy manually using a commercial line of credit which is similar in that its based on daily interest (Rate/365Xdaily balance = daily interest cost).
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17 October 2024 | 20 replies
I opted to remove them and manage the property myself, utilizing platforms like Facebook Marketplace to find contractors.