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Paola Astrid Refinance DSCR Conventional?
26 December 2024 | 15 replies
Going to depend much more on more details / your personal situation - all things equal you will probably get better rate/terms on conventional if you qualify for both
Tove Fox Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate Investing?
5 January 2025 | 13 replies
@Tove Fox - Residential Real Estate InvestingPros:Lower Entry Costs: Easier to get started with less capital required.High Demand: People always need homes, making demand relatively stable.Easier Financing: Mortgages are generally easier to secure with favorable terms.Simplicity: Easier to understand and manage, especially for beginners.Flexibility: You can use it as a personal residence or rent it out.Cons:Tenant Turnover: More frequent turnover leads to vacancy and more management.Lower Cash Flow: Income potential can be modest compared to commercial properties.Emotional Buyers: Residential prices can be influenced by emotions, leading to price volatility.Maintenance Burden: Landlords often deal with repairs and maintenance, which can be time-consuming.Commercial Real Estate InvestingPros:Higher Income Potential: Stronger cash flow and higher returns are common.Long-Term Leases: Tenants often sign longer leases (3-10 years), reducing vacancy risk.Professional Tenants: Business tenants tend to take better care of the property.Valuation Based on Income: Prices are based on the income the property generates, not market emotions.Shared Costs: Tenants often cover property expenses like taxes, insurance, and maintenance (via triple-net leases).Cons:High Entry Costs: Requires more capital or partnerships to get started.Complex Management: More expertise is needed; you may need a professional property manager.Economic Sensitivity: Commercial properties are more sensitive to economic conditions.Challenging Financing: Securing financing can be harder, with stricter terms and higher interest rates.Zoning and Legalities: More complex regulations compared to residential properties.Key Differences:Risk: Residential tends to be lower risk, while commercial offers higher rewards but with greater risk.Management: Residential is easier for DIY investors, while commercial properties usually require a team.Scalability: Commercial properties are easier to scale, offering more potential for significant cash flow increases.
Bruce Woodruff Thoughts on the California fire repercussions
14 January 2025 | 17 replies
@Bruce Woodruff were gonna get a slew of people saying it will be fine, people will rebuild and all will be better than ever.
Sergio P Ramos New development pitch.
12 January 2025 | 20 replies
Usually you're going to have to invest some front-end money to survey it out and work with an engineer to figure out what's possible (generally the more lots the better) based on your existing access to infrastructure, the desirability of the area, zoning rules, etc. 
David Morovitz Sunrise Capital or Wellings Capital - MHP investment
30 December 2024 | 7 replies
From my understanding doesn't seem as though it would pass through, rather the fund would benefit and therefore returns would be better.
Gregory Beaty FreedomSoft Scam!
27 December 2024 | 22 replies
There offerings seem better than in past years:
Marc Shin Boardgames and other low cost amenities in STR
28 December 2024 | 19 replies
Little things like these can help you stand out and bring in better reviews!
Devin James Do you prioritize equity growth or cash flow in your investments?
5 January 2025 | 18 replies
Their advantages include house hacking which includes better finance options and hustle.My last purchase was so large cash negative that the rents were $3k less than PITI.  
Denise Lang Starting our investing journey. But how to that that out of my home state?
2 January 2025 | 36 replies
Brandon Turner has an awesome podcast called "Better Life".  
Weronika Jedrak Finding tenants for MTR
26 December 2024 | 27 replies
MTR unlike long term rentals I think you get better rental candidates closer to move in.