2 November 2024 | 8 replies
Landlord can require tenants to be responsible for separately metered utilities, so can avoid waste.Landlord can get annual small increases in rent.NegativesMost of us don’t treat something we get for free the same way we treat something we’ve worked hard to obtain.S8 applicants claim “broke” and don’t like to pay application feesSame goes for security depositsS8 tenants, in our experience, tend to cause more property damage than non-S8 tenants. - Make sure you get a security deposit and perhaps do a surprise inspection of their current home.S8 requires an inspection (mostly health & safety) before approving a lease and then annually thereafter. - Not something most landlords taking care of their properties have to worry about.There are limits to clauses they allow in your lease.
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6 November 2024 | 12 replies
Zillow is a great tool to get your listings out there however, I would not utilize Zillow applications.
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4 November 2024 | 7 replies
I would love to talk to you about financing options as we help many investors, beginner and experienced, with funding that utilize the BRRRR method.
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4 November 2024 | 1 reply
Because the land already has all the utilities infra that it's needed water, sewer, electricity.
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4 November 2024 | 1 reply
I'm trying to stay level-headed and unemotional about it (it's not going to kill my deal regardless), but this doesn't pass the common sense test.
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5 November 2024 | 29 replies
Software is a common question on BiggerPockets.
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7 November 2024 | 12 replies
It’s unfortunately common for property management agreements to have those hidden fees, but I’m proud to say that my approach is all about integrity and transparency, and I'm sure many others are too.
10 November 2024 | 19 replies
Interestingly, you can list the property in U.S. dollars and receive payments in U.S. funds, which means I don't really use COP except to cover utility costs like internet, water, and electricity.
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7 November 2024 | 18 replies
These training sessions are intended to enhance your knowledge and increase your chances of success.Deal Driven App and EventsThe Deal Driven app training is a key part of our program, helping you utilize powerful tools for marketing, organizing, and skip tracing.
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4 November 2024 | 10 replies
Utilizing these methods and collaborating with local appraisers ensures accurate results.Good luck!