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Jake Andronico Reverse 1031 Exchange - Who has done one?
23 December 2024 | 13 replies
Pros include securing the desired property and strategic planning, while cons involve higher costs, financing challenges, and complexity.
Jacob Hrip Best financing options for a first time investor?
9 January 2025 | 9 replies
I've included an example below to help illustrate this.So different lenders have different rates (which do vary even for DSCR loans) but these are factors they all consider.See example below:DSCR < 1Principal + Interest = $1,700Taxes = $350, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $50Total PITIA = $2200Rent = $2000DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2000/2200 = 0.91Since the DSCR is 0.91, we know the expenses are greater than the income of the property.DSCR >1Principal + Interest = $1,500Taxes = $250, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $25Total PITIA = $1875 Rent = $2300DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2300/1875 = 1.23If a purchase, you also generally need reserves / savings to show you have 3-6 month payments of PITIA (principal / interest (mortgage payment), property taxes and insurance and HOA (if applicable).
Paula Impala Norada Capital Management suspending payments
31 December 2024 | 418 replies
There are two main types of Reg D 5-6 filings.  
Nathan Noorlun Recommend Property Manager in Sacramento CA
4 January 2025 | 5 replies
Common fees will include a set-up fee, a leasing fee for each turnover or a lease renewal fee, marking up maintenance, retaining late fees, and more.
Daniel Reed Strategies for Transitioning to Multifamily Properties with Positive Cash Flow?
25 December 2024 | 11 replies
If one or more units are vacant, the remaining units often don’t provide enough cash flow to cover expenses, making it harder to meet operating costs.Maintenance costs: A fourplex comes with four times the appliances, plumbing, HVAC systems, and other components to maintain, leading to significantly higher repair and maintenance expenses than single-family homes.If you want to see the detailed calculation, read this BP blog - More Units Doesn’t Mean More Money—Why a Single-Family Home Can Beat a Fourplex.Resale value: Multi-family properties have a limited buyer pool—mainly investors—who base their offers on CAP rates.
Brian Stinson Insurance deductibles for SFR
6 January 2025 | 5 replies
Sewer line backup, ordinance & law, and replacement cost coverage are coverages I include
Jeffery Jones Section 8 properties
8 January 2025 | 11 replies
There are kinds of guru's who will help you buy section 8 properties in a turnkey package including the rehab the property will need to get it rented.
Manuel Angeles Eric Spofford Section 8 Course
7 January 2025 | 27 replies
S8 standard voucher amounts INCLUDE all utilities.
Jenna Schulze Best city to begin investing
8 January 2025 | 34 replies
This should include potential rental income, expenses (including property taxes, insurance, maintenance, and potential vacancy), and your expected return on investment. 
Chris Gould How I made $966,071 virtual wholesaling last year
7 February 2025 | 13 replies
I watched every single video and did every single exercise they suggested including writing in extreme detail about my perfect day once I’d “made it”, making an audio recording of it and then listening to it every day.