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27 January 2025 | 8 replies
I pull permits for removal of load bearing walls, addition of bathrooms or bedrooms, addition of footage.
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31 January 2025 | 2 replies
Additionally, it's easy for a house on one lease to get absolutely trashed by the renter.
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1 February 2025 | 14 replies
Get the property in your name, make sure that the seller is an additional insured.
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4 February 2025 | 3 replies
In addition, some states have different regulations tooI'm sure that someone that specializes in Insurance can give more insight into what is and isnt necessary or best for our properties.
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6 February 2025 | 10 replies
Here's some input to help guide the decision between selling or renting the property, considering the specifics of the property and the potential additions like the ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit):1.
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16 January 2025 | 2 replies
Usually its a safer bet.
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6 February 2025 | 4 replies
Additionally, interest-bearing accounts may be mandated in certain jurisdictions, so it's important to check local regulations to ensure you're handling deposits correctly.
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30 January 2025 | 5 replies
You pay your agent at closing (think of it as an additional closing cost) Depending of the situation and of these options can be used by you and your agent to negotiate with the seller.
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22 January 2025 | 31 replies
A PM offers so many additional services in addition to things you cannot do yourself - like simply having a 3rd party between you and the tenant.
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3 February 2025 | 8 replies
Most of the time, an ADU will cost 100k just for that part and then you have to actually build the cosmetic part for an additional 40-50k.