
18 October 2024 | 7 replies
Installation Costs and IncentivesAverage Cost: Residential solar systems typically cost between $15,000 to $25,000 before incentives for a 6kW system (suitable for an average home).Incentives: Illinois offers substantial incentives, including:Federal Tax Credit: A 30% federal tax credit applies to system costs.Illinois Shines Program: Provides Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) that homeowners can sell for additional income.Net Metering: You’ll receive credits for any excess energy your system produces, reducing your utility bill.2.

16 October 2024 | 13 replies
Property tax, occupancy tax, personal property tax, business tax, permit/inspection fees, higher than standard utility fees, ever-increasing fees by the platforms.

17 October 2024 | 5 replies
And my feeling is for MOST people Solo 401k is sufficient to meet their needs, and an actuary creating a custom plan is “overkill”.

16 October 2024 | 4 replies
My list includes - last 2 years employment history and current employment [2 paystubs], criminal checks, eviction checks, No Pets, No smoking, tenant pays utilities, maintains landscape, no subleasing, bring own washer & dryer, 1 month security deposit and transfer of utilities before moving in, rental insurance, all occupants will be on lease, notice period of 2 months for termination, tenant references, No cosigners, no painting walls, late fee notice, any hoa fines should be paid by tenant, inspection of property at 3, 9 and 12 months.Please let me know if I am missing anything.3.

16 October 2024 | 3 replies
I can utilize the MLS to access market data and if you need a realtor, I would be happy to assist.

14 October 2024 | 4 replies
I am a spreadsheet junkie, so of course, I also built my own custom underwriting calculator!

20 October 2024 | 32 replies
Would I use then in addition to an attorney or can I utilize their services to both foreclose and clear the title?

18 October 2024 | 5 replies
The area looks to be a decent area for STR rentals and has potential to be a great investment if that goes well, we won't have a mortgage on the property so outside of taxes/insurance/utilities it should be easy to cash flow.

17 October 2024 | 26 replies
Figure out all the extra expenses of utilities, management, perhaps hot tub, internet etc. go low on income and high on expenses and see how the numbers look.

17 October 2024 | 20 replies
I opted to remove them and manage the property myself, utilizing platforms like Facebook Marketplace to find contractors.