Jarret Jarvis
10 Smart Tips for House Hacking in Chicago: Find Your Perfect Investment Property
30 January 2025 | 3 replies
Seek Properties with Value-Add PotentialInvest in properties with room for improvement.
John Friendas
15 vs 30 Year Mortgage for Investor
23 January 2025 | 3 replies
I have two options 6.625% 30 year or 6.15% 15 yearI want to invest aggressively in the near future on more propertiesThe loan is only $110k and the monthly payment for 15 year is $563 and $750I will earn 2-3k a month in gross rental revenueThe property is in a declining population areaRecently rennovated, and all major things were relatively recently improved such as plumbing, the roof, a/c, electric, etc.Will require a lot of management as it is rent by the room so I may switch to a normal rental after 10 yearsI'm trying to find what will mathematically net me the most money in the long run.
Charles Masten
Expanding to Columbus, Ohio - Looking to Connect!
29 January 2025 | 7 replies
With things like the ONE Linden plan in Linden, which is a 50M plan to improve the neighborhood.
Zhong Zhang
a multifamily investment case analysis
19 January 2025 | 6 replies
The tax benefits refer to the tax deductions from mortgage interest and property tax.The returns mainly rely on appreciation, and the cash flow only improves in the last few years, also depending on securing the 5% refinance rate.I've learned a lot from this forum, but as I start to operate on my own, I'm still not completely confident.
Deanna B.
Is Real Estate a Better Bet Than Treasuries in 2025?
29 January 2025 | 3 replies
If enacted, these changes would bolster real estate valuations and enhance returns for investors.How Real Estate Outperforms Under Different ScenariosIf Interest Rates Rise (Higher Inflation):Treasuries: Medium- to long-term bonds lose value, potentially resulting in negative returns.Real Estate: Higher inflation leads to rent growth, boosting net operating income (NOI) and offsetting the impact of higher borrowing costs.If Interest Rates Fall (Cooling Economy):Treasuries: Bonds appreciate in value, improving returns.Real Estate: Lower rates drive cap rate compression, significantly increasing property valuations and returns for investors.Conclusion: Asymmetric Risk-Reward in Real EstateWhile Treasuries offer a safe haven, they also come with limited upside and potential interest rate risks for medium- to long-term maturities.
Melissa Odom
Needing Advice on Commercial Project
29 January 2025 | 6 replies
Your best option would be to refinance your loan (if any) and get a construction loan for the improvements.
Najeh Davenport
Need Advice on Appraisal Issues and Refinancing Options
15 January 2025 | 12 replies
No improvements have been made, but nothing has deteriorated either.
J Lee
Philadelphia Sheriff Sales (Mortgage Foreclosures)
28 January 2025 | 7 replies
I do have a very specific and curated buy box, so I know what i'm looking for in terms of zoning, lot size, buildable/improvable sqft, location, etc.With that being said, do you still not recommend going through sheriff sales?
Isaiah Cortez
Exploring the Ft. Lauderdale STR Market
21 January 2025 | 4 replies
Fort Lauderdale has higher purchase prices and nightly rates, but Pompano has had an influx of investment and continues to improve, specifically by the beach.
William Taylor
[Calc Review] A diamond in the rough? - Metro Detroit Duplex report
12 January 2025 | 6 replies
Also showing almost a 20% CoC return, which in my research I've found to be a highly ideal number for investors.Is there something I could improve on with this report or fix?