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Bryan Hartlen Anyone have good experiences with their property management company?
18 January 2025 | 11 replies
Some key qualities to look for include:- **Responsive communication**: A PM company that keeps you in the loop and addresses issues promptly- **Local expertise**: Knowledge of the Birmingham market and experience with Section 8 tenants.- **Proactive maintenance**: Regular inspections and quick resolution of maintenance issues to keep tenants happy and properties in good condition- **Transparent reporting**: Clear and detailed financial reports so you know exactly where your money is goingIf your current PM isn’t meeting these standards, it might be worth exploring other options.
Michael Martin Hello BiggerPockets! New PRO here
11 January 2025 | 2 replies
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Tony C. Filing a 1065 Partnership return Husband/Wife vs Schedule E
19 January 2025 | 42 replies
3-Any red flag in our current structure?
Shayan Sameer Advice Needed: HML vs. Business Loan or Credit for Fix & Flip Projects
9 January 2025 | 6 replies
We offer a ton of different fix-and-flip programs including putting 10% down on the purchase price and funding 100% of the rehab.
Tove Fox Nevada, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania Out of State Investing
20 January 2025 | 22 replies
that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.
Stephen Fleming Newbie Plan. Thoughts?
14 January 2025 | 9 replies
That would be a helpful addition to your plan as you would further reduce your cost of living.Also don’t forget from that $600 you are planning on getting in cash flow you have taxes, insurance, maintenance, capex, and vacancy to consider.With two homes, you may want to keep that extra $20k as an emergency fund rather than spending it on a third property and then be left with no emergency funds.The $1,000 a month includes incidentals for maintenance and taxes etc.
Thu Pham Purchasing an existing Airbnb with future bookings
14 January 2025 | 25 replies
Get a signed bill of sale including the furniture at closing for tax depreciation.Communication is key! 
Leslie L Meneus Looking To Learn & Link
14 January 2025 | 9 replies
My primary focus is on properties in Miami and the surrounding areas, including Homestead, as I’m familiar with the market here.
Johnny Lynum Multifamily vs. Single-Family—What’s Your Take?
17 January 2025 | 20 replies
Sellers often favor buyers who can make larger down payments, as it indicates stronger financial backing and reduces the risk of the deal falling through due to financing issues.Additionally, SFH properties are more accessible to a wider range of buyers, including first-time homebuyers and families, which can lead to less direct competition from institutional investors.
Vanja Dimitrijevic Cash out refinance primary residence to buy another
8 January 2025 | 8 replies
You can find some diamonds in the rough don't get me wrong but if you aren't experienced enough to see red flags in the property/ transaction they can be costly. 4.