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16 August 2024 | 0 replies
Key takeaways include:Thorough Due Diligence: Ensuring all aspects of the sponsor's background, financial health, and track record are meticulously examined.Consistent Criteria: Applying consistent criteria across different sponsors to facilitate objective comparisons and evaluations.Continuous Monitoring: Regularly monitoring the sponsor's performance and financial stability throughout the project lifecycle.ConclusionSponsor underwriting is an essential component of successful real estate and investment management.
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16 August 2024 | 4 replies
This essentially makes the buydown payment no different from just paying the money upfront.
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16 August 2024 | 10 replies
So thank you for mentioning it and sharing your thoughts.Strong property rights are indeed essential but they're wishful thinking if you can't have a profitable investment in the first place and I'm not sure how you could get any decent return by investing in El Salvador.I've heard great things about how the new president has tackled crime.
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16 August 2024 | 2 replies
The BRRRR method can be a profitable investment strategy but it's essential to approach it with caution.
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15 August 2024 | 1 reply
. - Look for properties with a large backyard and/or detached garage that would work well with an ADU and learn the ins and outs of the new CO laws that essentially have rezone most of the state to require approval for new ADU construction.- Underwrite the property to breakeven or small positive cash flow as a standalone long-term rental to a single tenant.
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15 August 2024 | 7 replies
I would carefully consider my long-term goals, especially if you're thinking about investing out of state.It's essential to have a clear vision of where you want to be in the next 5, 10, and even 20 years.
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14 August 2024 | 8 replies
Quickbooks was our original accounting software but left it to use Tiller with Google Sheets and are outgrowing it and now need trust accounting with better reporting.Our gripes with Buildium Essentials.
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12 August 2024 | 16 replies
It's unclear if the state will champion this issue, but reaching out to your representatives is essential.
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23 August 2024 | 181 replies
That essentially makes those people SPAMMERS by your characterization.
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14 August 2024 | 1 reply
The cash you receive from a cash-out refinance is not considered taxable income because it’s essentially a loan.