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28 January 2025 | 6 replies
@Sakshum Kulshrestha The key to the rental license in Philadelphia is ensuring the properties zoning allows the use.
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25 January 2025 | 2 replies
Just ensure to complete necessary due diligence - this can include, but is not limited to, title search, property inspection, appraisal and/or survey.
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24 January 2025 | 1 reply
Ensure the property’s price aligns with market trends, and work with a local realtor to help with due diligence and negotiation.Good luck!
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31 January 2025 | 19 replies
Hey @Thanh Lu, so if you only have a couple of units, then self management isn't that hard.The key to doing it right is setting it up properly and keeping up on maintenance.I can count the number of late night calls from guests on one hand.
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24 January 2025 | 5 replies
Just ensure you’ve got a solid plan for reinvestment and aren’t rushing into the next deal too quickly.
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4 February 2025 | 41 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.
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23 January 2025 | 9 replies
Nick Check with municipalities, counties, and HOAs to ensure you are in the clear.
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17 January 2025 | 22 replies
Make sure your real estate agent isn't just about closing that one deal but understands the benefit of protecting you on each purchase to ensure that you keep buying because you are enjoying success. 2.
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6 February 2025 | 5 replies
Some investors scrape these records or use data aggregation tools to build their own lists, ensuring they’re tailored to your criteria.• Networking & Local Groups:Engaging with local wholesalers and real estate investment associations can also lead to referrals for quality data sources.
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27 January 2025 | 3 replies
Phoenix contains a rare combination of elements that have created an outstanding market for distressed property investments, including the following:Cost Savings: Distressed properties are sold below their market value and enable investors to take hold of properties at a trifle compared to traditionally listed properties.Strong Market Fundamentals: Being among the fastest-growing cities in the country, Phoenix ensures a high demand in housing and rentals, hence good potential for resale or income from rentals.Value Creation Opportunities: Most distressed properties need renovations; thus, such situations present opportunities for investors to increase equity by adding value.Population and Economic Growth: Phoenix remains among those cities in the country which are attracting more and more residents and business; therefore, this presents good, long-term appreciation possibilities of property appreciation and income creation.Challenges to ConsiderWhile the rewards can be great, distressed property investment is not without its challenges.