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6 February 2025 | 1 reply
Quote from @Josh Deschene: Hello All,This is my first post and I will try to summarize as clearly as possible.
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19 January 2025 | 0 replies
I realize I am not cut out for the entire REI process of consistently finding multiple properties for particular exit strategies.
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31 January 2025 | 5 replies
You can still build two separate homes on the same lot, offering investment flexibility.The streamlined approval process is a huge advantage, cutting out the red tape of lengthy public hearings.
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4 February 2025 | 4 replies
Just ensure the cost data sources are very clearly documented.
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15 January 2025 | 13 replies
Even if they do not, it’s not your legal responsibility.Long version: It actually depends on your method of payment, and it’s not always clear.Credit card payments: clearly not you problem, no 1099s needed.Zelle payments: you DO need to send 1099s for Zelle payments.PayPal, Venmo and Cash App payments: this is where it gets tricky.
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19 January 2025 | 6 replies
We will own the other lot free and clear.
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28 January 2025 | 16 replies
If there are lease violations, mention them-you not having a key to access the unit WITH proper notice or in case of emergency is one of them.I'd also tell the tenant that they are clearly not happy there, so finding a new place is in their best interest as well and as they have several months, they should have lots of options.
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1 February 2025 | 15 replies
Hindsight and a few decades of experience has taught me that with a good lawyer I would have been in the clear completely.
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7 February 2025 | 0 replies
Just when I cleared around $100K in assignments in about 7 months, I was hit by a drunk driver head on and became a left-knee amputee.
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11 January 2025 | 4 replies
If you’re using leverage, be extra cautious with your underwriting to ensure the deal still works at today’s rates.Economic Uncertainty: Inflation, potential recessions, or shifts in demand could affect rents, vacancy rates, and property values in some markets.Increased Operating Costs: Rising insurance premiums, property taxes, and maintenance costs can cut into profit margins, particularly for buy-and-hold investments.Regulatory Risks: Some areas are increasing restrictions on landlords, particularly short-term rentals.