
21 January 2025 | 6 replies
Cost of capital is high right now.

20 January 2025 | 8 replies
It’s inexpensive to provide but can make a big impact.Comfortable Bedding: Investing in high-quality mattresses, pillows, and linens improves the guest experience and leads to better reviews, which can boost occupancy rates.Smart TV or Streaming Services: Offering Netflix, Hulu, or similar services is a low-cost way to enhance guest entertainment and stay competitive.Fully Stocked Kitchen: A well-equipped kitchen with basic appliances and utensils appeals to families and long-term guests, saving them money on dining out.Dedicated Workspace: If your property caters to remote workers, adding a small desk and ergonomic chair can set your listing apart.Outdoor Spaces: If your property allows, an outdoor seating area, fire pit, or hot tub can significantly increase your nightly rate and attract more bookings.Energy-Efficient Features: Guests appreciate eco-friendly options like LED lighting, smart thermostats, or solar panels, especially in eco-conscious markets.Keyless Entry: A smart lock is a relatively small investment but offers convenience and security, which many guests value.If you’re deciding on amenities to add, it’s always a good idea to research your local market.

26 January 2025 | 8 replies
Fuel costs likely to rise over time, but work from home helps

22 January 2025 | 16 replies
Screening everyone over 18 helps reduce the risk of costly evictions and ensures you’re fully informed about who will be living in your property.Additionally, be mindful of the number of occupants and how it might impact your property.

26 January 2025 | 5 replies
Can try to reposition to Class B, but neighborhood may impede these efforts.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.

5 February 2025 | 13 replies
Note that Sec8 comes with added costs & issues due to bureaucracy and state of the HUD departments in the area.

4 February 2025 | 13 replies
It will only create unnecessary hassle and cost.

31 January 2025 | 12 replies
We haven't event gotten our minds wrapped around cost segregation and depreciation, and our current CPA doesn’t seem to have a handle on these concepts either …

19 January 2025 | 18 replies
At 3 years none of the costly items have hit their end of life.

27 January 2025 | 4 replies
A typical PPM will cost about $10K.