Jason Bales
Understanding Housing Vouchers
2 January 2025 | 2 replies
Out of that voucher amount, they will have a utility and appliance work sheet that provides a cost for each utility or appliance not provided by a landlord for each bedroom size.
Joshua Middleton
Seeking Feedback: Luxury Rental Investment Strategy for 4 Bed 2 Bath, Palm Coast FL
11 January 2025 | 4 replies
I’ve developed a Comprehensive Investor Report (CIR) for a property in Palm Coast, FL, designed to be transformed into a luxury rental asset while serving as the foundation for a scalable asset management strategy.Here’s a quick snapshot of the deal:Property: Red Birch Lane, Palm Coast, FLCurrent Value: $350,000+Mortgage Balance: $165,000Current Equity: $185,000Investment Required: $177,500 (for luxury upgrades and optimization)Projected Monthly Rent: $4,500 with 2% annual increasesTarget ROI: Full 1.5x ROI for investors achieved in 9 yearsLuxury Features: Smart home automation, designer finishes, professional-grade kitchen appliances, and more.I’ve also structured a capital distribution plan with a waterfall approach:8% Preferred Return for investors.Full Return of Capital to investors before profit splits.Post-ROI, a 20/80 split (Investor/Management) ensures long-term alignment.
Melanie Baldridge
What is MACRS classification?
10 January 2025 | 0 replies
When it comes to real estate, here's a general list of eligible assets and their depreciable lifespans that you should know: Residential Rental Property = 27.5 yearsThis includes any building or structure where 80% or more of its gross rental income is from residential units.That means:- Apartment buildings- Single-family rental homes- Duplexes, triplexes, and quadplexes- Mobile homes (used for residential rental)- Any kind of residential lodging facility where the primary purpose is long-term rentalCommercial Property = 39 yearsThis includes non-residential properties like:-Office buildings-Retail stores and shopping centers-Warehouses-Industrial complexes-Hotels and motels that do not qualify as residential rental propertyLand Improvements = 15 yearsThese include sidewalks, roads, fencing, some landscaping, and parking lots that are separate from the building.Personal Property = 5 or 7 yearsPersonal property used in a rental activity usually has a 5 or 7-year life.This includes most furniture, appliances, carpeting and various machinery.Qualified Improvement Property (QIP) = 15 yearsGenerally, this includes any improvements made to the interior of a non-residential building after the building was placed in service, excluding elevators, enlargements, and the internal structural framework.Computers and Related Peripheral Equipment = 5 yearsVehicles = 5 yearsNote that the land itself is not depreciable.
Jerell Edmonds
Spilt utlities or add another meter ??
1 January 2025 | 12 replies
If you have four 2-bed/1-bath units with the same appliances, split it four ways and call it a day.
Jorge Vazquez
Sign on rental properties yes or not?
14 January 2025 | 8 replies
Not necessarily squatters, but vandels, kids, appliance thieves.
Gamal Harding
Property Renovation Overview: 1453 Southfield Dr, Columbus, Ohio
1 January 2025 | 0 replies
This complete transformation has upgraded an outdated property into a contemporary and functional home in Columbus, Ohio.Renovation Details:Kitchen: The kitchen has been entirely renovated with new cabinetry, modern appliances, stylish countertops,
Alan Asriants
Taking on a major construction project in 2025 - What are some common hurdles?
30 December 2024 | 10 replies
-Make sure your kitchen appliance package matches up with price point.
Chris Burton
FTHB - Buy & Hold
7 January 2025 | 0 replies
I renovated the primary bathroom, kitchen, appliances and yard.
Aaron Kuehmichel
Who pays when Tenant requests 220 volt electric dryer hookup; 110 and gas provided?
29 December 2024 | 13 replies
But I also don’t know of any appliance shop with no return policy.
Chris Burton
FTHB - Buy & Hold
7 January 2025 | 1 reply
I renovated the primary bathroom, kitchen, appliances and yard.