Melody R.
Thoughts about the virtual CPA firm The Real Estate CPA?
16 January 2025 | 18 replies
I am working with a RE-focused CPA this year who charges a flat fee of $2,500 and is very responsive so far.
Don M.
First time with new construction: Cape Coral, FL
20 January 2025 | 204 replies
Roof is dried in.
Brad Roche
FHA 203(k) vs. Fannie Mae Homestyle Renovation Loan
13 January 2025 | 5 replies
., new roofing, foundation repairs)-Cosmetic Enhancements (e.g., new flooring, updated bathroom/kitchen fixtures)-Energy Efficiency Upgrades (e.g., solar panels)-Accessibility Modifications (e.g., ramps, widened doorways)-Luxury Items (e.g., pool)-LandscapingNot Acceptable Renovations:-Commercial Use (e.g., turning a residential property into a commercial property)-Temporary Structures-Non-Residential Buildings (e.g., barns, stables)FHA 203(k)Minimum Down Payment: 3.5%Minimum Credit Score: 620Minimum Loan Amount: $50,000Maximum Loan Amount: $524,225Occupancy Types: Primary Residence ONLYUnit Maximum: 4 UnitsAcceptable Renovations:-Structural Improvements/Reconstruction (e.g., adding rooms, bathrooms)-Cosmetic Enhancements-Eliminate Health and Safety Hazards-Energy Efficiency Improvements-Major Landscaping (e.g., grading, tree removal, adding walkways)Non-Acceptable Renovations:-Luxury Items-Commercial Use-Temporary Structures-Non-Residential BuildingsBoth of these renovation loans are similar in many ways, but the key differences are:1.
Jarrod Ochsenbein
My 4th rental property is now under contract
17 January 2025 | 12 replies
It is flat out not worth the headache, impact to other members and having to find new members anyway to fill all the spots that left because you wanted to fill a single room.
Benjamin Jones
Is anyone investing in Japan?
25 January 2025 | 24 replies
I always assumed that the buildings in that area were condos and flats mostly.
Bethany Merlucci
Help this newbie investor to decide if this is a good first property
10 January 2025 | 4 replies
Roof?
Ryan Kane
Need Advice on Next Steps for my Real Estate Portfolio
26 January 2025 | 5 replies
Then it's simple, build the home, find crews to do the work (you should already have them basically from the prior step), excavation, concrete, sealing, framing, roof/gutters/siding, windows, insulation drywall, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, finishes, etc. basically in that order.
Joanne Quezada
Room Rental - 4/2.5
9 January 2025 | 1 reply
At first, he was anxious about having multiple tenants under one roof, but with the right house rules spelled out up front, it turned into a solid monthly cash fow for him.
Scott Trench
2025-2026 Might Be One of the Best Stretches to Purchase Multifamily Since 2010-2011
3 January 2025 | 8 replies
I think that '25 will be a transition year ("end the dive in '25") for the reasons you stated--construction will fall off in Q2-3 but demand will remain...that sparks rent growth.Interest rates: Yes, flat to up.
John Williams
Downside of the 1% rule...
23 December 2024 | 34 replies
Markets stay flat for five years and you've been bleeding cash then what?