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Rajagopalarao Paidi Any recommendation on forming out of state LLC or Home State LLC
26 August 2024 | 8 replies
Let's break down the pros and cons of each approach:Forming an LLC in the State Where the Property is Located:Pros:Compliance with Local Laws: Establishing an LLC in the state where the property is situated ensures compliance with local regulations and laws specific to that jurisdiction.Legal Clarity: It provides clear legal jurisdiction and may simplify any legal proceedings related to the property in that state.Perception: Operating with a local LLC may give tenants and local authorities confidence in your commitment to the community.Cons:Additional Costs: Setting up and maintaining an LLC in another state means incurring additional registration fees, taxes, and possibly hiring local legal counsel.Administrative Burden: Managing multiple LLCs across different states adds complexity to your administrative workload, including extra paperwork and compliance requirements.Tax Implications: You may face tax obligations in both the state where the property is located and your home state, potentially leading to double taxation or complexities in tax filings.Managing Through Home State LLC:Pros:Simplified Management: Handling all properties under a single LLC streamlines administrative tasks, reducing paperwork and simplifying tax filings.Cost Savings: Avoiding the need to establish multiple LLCs in different states saves on registration fees, legal expenses, and ongoing maintenance costs.Consistency: Uniformity in management practices and legal structures may contribute to efficiency and ease of operation across your real estate portfolio.Cons:Legal Exposure: Operating out-of-state properties under a home state LLC may expose your personal assets to the laws and liabilities of the other state, potentially diminishing the liability protection the LLC offers.Compliance Challenges: You'll need to ensure your home state LLC meets the legal requirements for conducting business in other states, which could involve additional filings and fees.Perception and Credibility: Some tenants or local stakeholders may prefer dealing with a landlord who has a local presence, which could impact your reputation or relationships in the community.Ultimately, the decision depends on your specific circumstances, risk tolerance, and long-term goals.
Brandon Rizzo What would you do?
26 August 2024 | 9 replies
The, around 5%, rate is currently lower than what you'd likely find now (rates are just starting to dip back into the 5's for investment properties), but I don't think that keeping your rate here should impact your decision. 
Mila F. We only approve fixed dogs/cats. Are we supposed to exempt ESAs from this rule?
29 August 2024 | 33 replies
If it was a female you could probably let them know you disallow breeding as a business but since it is a male, no business impact.
Chuck E. Tenant Complains AC Not Cooling to 68 degrees, Outside Is 114 degrees
26 August 2024 | 44 replies
Properly sized domestic HVAC systems are designed to maintain a 20 degree difference between the indoor and outdoor air, but even that has limits.With an OAT (Outdoor Air Temp) of 114, the lowest indoor temp one can reasonably expect is 94.One can reasonably expect climate change to have an impact on sizing guidelines going forward.My $0.02 ...
Atul Mohlajee Non renewal notice of lease by tenant
26 August 2024 | 24 replies
Your largest risk is this winds up with a debt collector and impacts you and your daughter's credit.
Michael Plaks Explained: How CPAs charge you (and why)
27 August 2024 | 13 replies
And restructuring your entire business that involves multiple partners is yet another level of complexity and potential impact - and it is also called tax planning.If tax preparation competency varies from one accountant to another, the differences in the CPAs' ability to provide effective tax planning are ten times more significant. 12.
Jordan Stenholm What is the most under-rated and impactful book you've read?
21 August 2024 | 5 replies
I highly recommend this read - by far, Jason is one of the most impactful and least discovered coaches I have found. 
Brandon Gale VRBO Nightly Rate Discrepancy Error
23 August 2024 | 8 replies
Curious if anyone else received this same email from VRBO today:"Subject: Vrbo property rate discrepancy error – action requiredDear Partner,We're reaching out to let you know that we recently discovered a technical error that may have caused your rates to be displayed incorrectly to travelers who booked your property between July 29 – August 9, 2024.Please review the property rate for the following reservations IDs:XX-XXXXXX, XX-XXXXXX, XX-XXXXXXIf you believe one of these reservations was impacted, we ask that you honor it and contact Vrbo Support within 30 days of receiving this email to file a claim for the potential difference between the booked rate and your actual rate.You can reach Vrbo Support 24/7 at https://help.vrbo.com/?
Matt Wells Can't get a conventional 30 year loan. Should I get an ARM, DSCR, or other option?
26 August 2024 | 24 replies
DSCR Loans: What Are They And How To Get The Best Termshttps://www.biggerpockets.com/...DSCR Loans: How To Use Pro Strategies To Save More And Make Morehttps://www.biggerpockets.com/...Multifamily DSCR Loans: A New High-Impact Loan Option For Real Estate Investors?
Emory Clayton Require occupants 18+ years or older to fill out application?
24 August 2024 | 6 replies
This can protect your property and other tenants from potential harm.Tenant Accountability: Even if someone isn't on the lease, they can still impact your property (e.g., damages, noise complaints).