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Joe L. Student Housing at the University of Maryland - College Park
27 June 2024 | 1 reply
PG County just past rent control 3% + CPI capped at 6% or whichever is less.
Thomas Delisle First time buyer
26 June 2024 | 5 replies
Here is a quick run down of the different areas around the lake in regards to STRs: INCLINE VILLAGE & CRYSTAL BAY, NEVADAAs of right now, a permit is required, but there are no caps.
Eric Justice All CASH-Buying property
28 June 2024 | 13 replies
The only difference when you run your numbers is that your cash-on-cash return and your cap rate are the same since there is no leverage. 
Dan H. How often do LPs try to exit syndication offering before sponsor/GP exit?
28 June 2024 | 10 replies
During value add the value would decline if based on cap rate and NOI due to higher vacancy.  
Jason Mergl What to do with my Equity?
27 June 2024 | 14 replies
@Jason MerglI would either sell and do a 1031 or I wouldn’t do anything- yes you have untapped equity but your borrowing rate is going to be greater than the cap rate so you will have negative leverage.
Igor Balakhnin Do you pay capitol gains tax on owner occupied duplex at sale?
27 June 2024 | 26 replies
In 2024 both houses pass the text for Cap Gain exclusion.
Alexander Wehrmann Convert my home to a rental and sell equity
27 June 2024 | 6 replies
They are efficient and many lenders have a cap on maximum cash in hand of $250-500k but others have no limitation.
John Campbell LLC vs Umbrella Insurance vs Other Options
28 June 2024 | 10 replies
The federal and CA state tax of 1 million cap gain (since it hits you in the same year), using online calculator it showed to be around $396K.   
Sumit Kaul loan agains equity/etf vs 401K vs other options
27 June 2024 | 2 replies
Here are some options and considerations:Loan Against Equity/ETFs:Margin Loans:Description: Margin loans allow you to borrow money using your investments (such as stocks or ETFs) as collateral.Pros:You retain ownership of your investments.Generally quick access to funds.Interest rates can be relatively low compared to other types of loans.Cons:Your investments are used as collateral, so if their value declines significantly, you may face a margin call (requiring additional funds or securities).Interest rates can vary and may be higher than traditional loans depending on the lender and your creditworthiness.Securities-Based Line of Credit (SBLOC):Description: Similar to margin loans, SBLOCs use your securities (stocks, ETFs) as collateral, but they typically provide more flexibility and may not trigger margin calls as easily.Pros:Allows for ongoing access to funds as long as your collateral remains sufficient.Interest rates may be competitive.Cons:Similar risks of potential margin calls if the value of your securities drops significantly.Terms and interest rates can vary widely among lenders.Comparison with 401(k) Loans:401(k) Loans:Description: Borrowing from your 401(k) allows you to access funds without selling investments, using your retirement savings as collateral.Pros:Typically low interest rates.No credit check required.Interest paid on the loan goes back into your 401(k) account.Cons:Usually capped at a percentage of your vested balance (commonly up to 50% or $50,000).If you leave your job, the loan may need to be repaid immediately or could be considered a taxable distribution.Potential opportunity cost of missing out on market gains if funds are withdrawn from investments.Other Alternatives:Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC):Description: If you own a home with equity, a HELOC allows you to borrow against that equity at typically lower interest rates than unsecured loans.Pros:Lower interest rates compared to other types of loans.Interest may be tax-deductible if used for home improvements (consult a tax advisor).Cons:Your home serves as collateral, so failure to repay could result in foreclosure.Personal Loans:Description: Unsecured personal loans can be used for various purposes, including investing, but typically have higher interest rates than loans secured by collateral.Pros:No collateral required.Funds can be used for any purpose.Cons:Higher interest rates and stricter eligibility criteria based on creditworthiness.I am a loan officer and we do some of the loans stated above.
Timothy Zuehl Considering Akron OH for first deal
26 June 2024 | 4 replies
I was wondering if buying a long term rental property with tenants already in place in a market that is up 20% yoy is a good investement or not. the rough numbers ive been running seem to have a decent cap rate but the house is about 15k more than the zipcode average.