The number one employer is the state government, because the capital is next door, and the number two employer is the federal government, both are not cyclical and don't fluctuate, if anything their job base increases. 

We're buying a $93k printer to get more mail out the door, and this is nothing compared to the printers the big mail houses use. 

Went with 2 200 amp services so we could open the doors on time. 

However, with rising property prices and rents not keeping pace, it’s becoming more common to see 0.7% to 0.8%.

The biggest mistake new investors make is to walk a property, maybe explain in general terms what they want and then let the contractor come up with the SoW.For a bedroom this could be:- replace carpet- repair closet dooror- remove carpet- remove curtains, nails and screws- replace closet doors, entry door SKU#- replace window SKU#- refinish hardwood floors 144 sqft, clear/oil-based- prep and paint all woodwork- patch walls, texture, paint walls eggshell white clay, ceiling flat white- replace light fixture SKU#, replace lightswitch w decora/white, replace 3 outlets&covers- install blinds SKU#Obviously, the cost would be quite different.

Hello folks, I'm new to the forums and thank you in advance for your thoughts. My spouse and I purchased a home in Nov 2023 (that we will move into in about 1.5 years), that has an additional 2 bedroom apartment and 1...

This significantly lowers the cost per door and improves your return on investment.Scalability: A three-story walk-up design allows you to maximize your build cost and land use, just like most professional apartment developers do.Control with New Construction: Starting with a new build ensures fewer risks, as you’ll have control over the property’s condition and avoid surprises from existing structures.Pro Tip: If you do go with an existing property, make sure to thoroughly vet the deal to avoid hidden costs and issues.For first-time investors, multifamily new construction is often the best way to scale quickly, reduce costs per unit, and build a sustainable rental portfolio.

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But that’s going to be toilets, faucets, leaks, garage doors, etc etc. 

If you reimburse now, you may be opening the door for future reimbursement requests in the future.This doesn't meant to ignore reimbursement requests such as this, but it's something to consider.