Brandon Stelling
Austin Texas market analysis
19 January 2025 | 2 replies
They typically will have data and newsletters as well they can send you.
Erica Allen
Beach House (pocket listing?)
23 January 2025 | 2 replies
I have a property on the barrier island that I do not want to list on MLS but I am interested in connecting with realtors or investors who typically sell or buy pocket listings and may be interested in this property.
Tanner King
Analyzing a House Hack (First time buyer)
6 January 2025 | 13 replies
I often make the mistake of thinking the grass looks greener on the other side of the fence when going through the forums.
Sino U.
Inspection: What to check for duplex
21 January 2025 | 5 replies
Typically, we are shooting for top of foundation to be 24 inches higher than the road and at least 36 inches above the bottom of the drainage.
Melanie Baldridge
My opinion: 401K VS RE
22 January 2025 | 8 replies
Quote from @Melanie Baldridge: Why I like investing in real estate more than 401(k)s.Both offer tax deferrals, but here's the difference:If you're making pre-tax contributions to your 401(k), then withdrawals = ordinary income tax.With real estate gains, you're paying capital gains tax (which is typically lower).Plus, RE investors get:1.
Peter H Derry
Charleston Market Updates 1/21/2025
21 January 2025 | 1 reply
The average home value stands at $562,718, marking a 5.1% year-over-year rise, and homes typically go pending in approximately 30 days.
Robby Sanchez
Communication within the GP team
24 January 2025 | 2 replies
How many GPs are typically on a deal?
Jim Lynch
Minimum "boxes to check" for tenant screening, assuming you are self-managing
30 January 2025 | 5 replies
@Jim LynchSome typical minimum tenant screening requirements look like the following, but it depends on your market:-Renter has a gross monthly income of 3x more than the monthly rent-Minimum credit score of 650-Renter must have no prior evictions-No felons (or other notable criminal history)There are a number of different tenant screening softwares out there such as Zillow Rental Manager, TransUnion SmartMove, etc.Be sure to complete an employment verification by contacting the renter's employer and confirm the details they shared with you, landlord verification (if they have a previous landlord), credit check, and background check.
Shayan Sameer
New Rental Property Purchase - Out of State
30 January 2025 | 28 replies
Head over to bank rate or and take a look at the mortgage calculators, plug in the numbers and get an idea of what the property needs to generate to satisfy the intended debt.You still have to underwrite the deal for the non-finance expenses as well(typically 40-50% of the gross rents).
Martti Eckert
Long Distance BRRRR in Ohio
17 January 2025 | 22 replies
In my experience, a successful BRRRR typically comes down to two main things: finding a good deal and managing an efficient renovation.