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20 November 2024 | 2 replies
AntiochWhy It's Hot: Historically considered a more affordable suburb, Antioch is evolving as more people move to Nashville and look for space and affordability.Key ROI Factors:High rental demand makes it ideal for flippers who want the option to hold properties.Rapid development of retail and infrastructure is boosting home values.Pro Tip: Invest in homes near the new developments around Century Farms or along Murfreesboro Pike for maximum appreciation potential.Bonus Tips for SuccessRun the Numbers: Stick to your investment formula, but be flexible.
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18 November 2024 | 3 replies
You can finance the purchase of an investment property in an IRA, but you must use a non-recourse loan, which typically requires a 30-40% down payment.
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19 November 2024 | 1 reply
After reviewing the latest ordinances, reports, and city guidelines, here’s a summary of my findings as of 11/18/2024:Key FindingsPermit Types and Fees:Type 1 (Owner-Occupied): $300 for 3 years.Type 2 (Non-Owner-Occupied): $450 for 3 years.Density caps apply to Type 2 permits (12.5% of block face).Enforcement:3 violations in 3 years lead to permit revocation.Fines up to $500/day for violations.Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT):City: 9%, County: 1.75%, State: 6%.Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO will remit directly to the city starting Feb 2025.Platform Obligations:STRs must have valid permits; unpermitted properties will be removed by platforms like Airbnb.Special Exceptions for Density Limits:Require approval by the Board of Adjustment (BOA).Zip Code BreakdownI focused on these 11 zip codes:Under San Antonio Rules:78205, 78204, 78215, 78210, 78212, 78245, 78258Independent Municipalities (Separate Rules):Alamo Heights (78209)Leon Valley (78238)Helotes (78023)Next Steps:Research density caps and zoning in specific zip codes.Dive into independent municipality rules for Alamo Heights, Leon Valley, and Helotes.Evaluate market maturity and income potential using tools like AirDNA.If anyone has experience operating STRs in San Antonio or these specific zip codes, I’d love to hear your insights, especially about density limits, enforcement trends, or community sentiment.Thanks in advance!
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19 November 2024 | 3 replies
In non-commercial residence (<5 units), the vacancy is large impact to cash flow s as nd it typically is worth having rent not at the top of market.
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11 November 2024 | 8 replies
Happy to have a conversation as I have extensive experience working with non-US citizens.
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17 November 2024 | 5 replies
Should the debtor be unwilling or unable to pay within the described time allotted, the note holder can foreclosure.Depending on state law foreclosure can be judicial or non judicial.
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19 November 2024 | 10 replies
However, I’m wondering if I need to engage an Attorney a borrower has missed a payment and it’s time to send a Notice of Default.Must the Notice of Default (NoD) be a letter sent certified mail or would an email sent to the borrower notifying them of non-payment be considered sufficient as a Notice of Default.
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14 November 2024 | 13 replies
It is perhaps my favorite meetup that is not associated with a larger group (such as SDRE, NSDRE, SDCRE).For the most part the lenders only lend on non owner occupied ADU, at low percentage of ADU addition costs because they know that usually the value extract will be significantly less than the ADU addition costs.
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20 November 2024 | 27 replies
I manage furnished rentals in North Dallas, Plano< Richardson-- but we rent out the whole space.
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19 November 2024 | 0 replies
Note that if you are married filing joint, only the spouse who is qualifying for REPS is able to count their hours.Step 4: Apply the quantitative testsPer Section 469(c)(7)(B), in order to qualify for REPS, you must meet both of the tests below:750-Hour Test: If you materially participate in a real property trade or business, you must spend 750+ hours during the tax year.More Than Half Test: You must spend more than half of your personal service hours in the real property trade or business in which you materially participate.Step 5: Material participation in rental activities Just because you qualify for real estate professional status does not mean that your rental activities are automatically considered non-passive.