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30 January 2025 | 2 replies
I am leaning toward removal because the floor is run down, the risk of increased pests or feral cats, and there is already a storage closet off the patio.
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6 February 2025 | 13 replies
I’m especially interested in value-add opportunities where I can renovate and increase equity.I’m here to learn from experienced investors, connect with like-minded people, and share my journey along the way.
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4 February 2025 | 0 replies
Develop your negotiation skills so you can secure better pricing, seller financing, or terms that increase your bottom line.
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30 January 2025 | 0 replies
.🔹 Example in Action:Rental income: $9,000PITI: $9,500 → DSCR <1 (not qualifying)Using $63,000 in assets → Adds $1,045 in incomeNew DSCR >1 → Higher LTV (80% instead of 75%)🔹 Why This Matters:✅ Helps investors qualify for better financing✅ Increases borrowing power and flexibility✅ Allows you to scale your portfolio fasterUnderstanding financing tools like this can be a game-changer for investors looking to maximize opportunities.
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6 February 2025 | 2 replies
The previous landlord only collected half month rent as deposit, and I would like to increase the deposit to standard one-month.
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25 January 2025 | 32 replies
They use leverage in some of their funds, which can increase returns, especially if they have a low cost of capital (but potentially increase risk and trigger UBIT issues).
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6 February 2025 | 3 replies
hi. try radiators on the bottom walls in every room except the kitchen. try increasing the rents. try talking to the clients about the heat situation. try removing the heated baseboards. do something before something happens to you!
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31 January 2025 | 0 replies
There will be no assessment for increase in taxes or insurance so remains at $1935.
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22 January 2025 | 4 replies
If we can complete projects faster, we increase IRR and build trust.3) Market Risk- The longer it takes to complete a project, the more exposed you are to market fluctuations.This goes for all things Real Estate - BRRRRs, Flips, New Builds, Rehabs, etc.Real Estate is a wild ride I feel your pain, I've had this happen many times where the project is twice as long.
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6 February 2025 | 12 replies
In this post, I will explain the criteria and the information sources.Income requirements for financial independence:Rents increase faster than inflation: Inflation erodes the value of money over time, causing prices for goods and services to rise.