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Sergio P Ramos Would you purposely burn down a property? Crazy? Or not possible?
27 December 2024 | 21 replies
I understand there is a cost to have it burned down. the home would have to be prepped to to meet the requirements for permitting.
Arshiya Taami what are some well known firms that offer bridge loans?
27 December 2024 | 8 replies
Quote from @Arshiya Taami: I am planning on purchasing a profitable business with its real estate included in florida and the dscr is 1.85. the problem is im just short of 600k for the down payment. that being said, can anyone provide me any reputable loan companies that will offer bridge loans and what their requirements are. thank you in advance! 
Marc Shin refrigerator water dispenser is not working
2 January 2025 | 25 replies
Not to mention that in many states, appliances are not even required to be provided by the landlord.
Carl Rowles Insurance Coverage Question
27 December 2024 | 1 reply
Some carriers require limited water damage coverage depending on the age of the property and age of utilities.I would recommend at least 25% (ideally more) when possible and if you're limited to 10% you should make sure you cannot purchase another policy for a similar price.
Stephanie Medina How to leverage 401k accounts
27 December 2024 | 3 replies
Instead:401(k) loans: They’re low-interest, and you’re paying yourself back.Roth rollovers If you can afford the taxes now, this gives future flexibility.Creative financing: I’ve seen clients leverage partnerships or seller financing to limit retirement fund withdrawals.One thing to consider: real estate markets today are vastly different from a decade ago.. so opportunities may require extra creativity.Have you looked into specific deals yet?
Jonathan Grzeszczyk Negotiating within wholesaling
29 December 2024 | 5 replies
At best, wholesaling may require that you obtain a minimal understanding and experience in these three “foundations”.Look, I wish you luck in your endeavor, and I sincerely hope you end up in the 1% that find wholesaling  to be a profitable business.  
Jonathan Greene If You Are Asking These Questions About Your STR, You Are Already Failing
4 January 2025 | 26 replies
Yes some things will require the personal touch.
Matt Weddon Legally Rejecting Applications
2 January 2025 | 18 replies
You’re not required to rent to someone just because they look great on paper, but you should ensure that your reasons for declining them are grounded in business-related concerns (e.g., concerns over rental history or ability to care for the property, if documented).A good practice is to follow a consistent screening process for all applicants. 
Kurtis Sargent First time remodeling project - Learned a lot
28 December 2024 | 1 reply
Here are a few lessons I learned during the renovation, many of which stemmed from the age of the house and unexpected hidden damages:1.Damaged Plumbing: Several plumbing pipes were ruptured or severely damaged, requiring replacement.2.Termite Infestation: I discovered termites, which led to additional costs for treatment and repairs.3.Rotted Wood: Significant sections of wood in the structure were rotted and had to be replaced.4.Lack of Insulation: There was no insulation in the att Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
Kurtis Sargent First time remodeling project - Learned a lot
27 December 2024 | 0 replies
The house, built in the early 1900s, was outdated and required major renovations.