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John Brown Renting short term on a sub leased property: Is it much harder? (rental arbitrage)
8 January 2025 | 15 replies
One draw back OSS it’s about 5 hours away from me so I would have to a local PM to over see it.
Brandon Morgan is an LLC necessary?
21 January 2025 | 31 replies
LLC's separate your personal assets from your investments and offer you protection from lawsuits related to your property, they can help to establish a more professional image if you plan to expand, and they provide some flexibility on how you are taxed.There are some drawbacks, included fees and administrative work, but it's ultimately best to consider speaking with a CPA to determine the best option for you. 
LaTonya Clark Lender- 40 year loans
20 January 2025 | 31 replies
As long as the buyer prioritize lower monthly payments and is confident that they can manage the long-term cost of a 40-yr loan - If the buyer plans to stay in the property for a long time.Also, be sure to weigh these two drawbacks to a 40-year loan (paying significantly more interest over the life of the loan and building equity slower as compared to a shorter loan term).
Christina Hall Best skip tracing website?
24 January 2025 | 38 replies
I take a big magnet, tie a string to it and dump it into the pool, and all the steel balls fly to me.There are drawbacks to SEO absolutely.
Tyler Koller Baselane Vs Stessa
16 January 2025 | 31 replies
They have had many drawbacks in the past but they are quick to put out new features and do actually make changes based on comments in the forums.
Alan Asriants Rent by the room? Is it a good idea?
26 December 2024 | 9 replies
But what are the drawbacks?
Kylie A. Best Business Bank Account For Real Estate Investor
28 December 2024 | 13 replies
The only draw back I have is that AMEX isn't accepted everywhere but otherwise we like our AMEX Blue Business Card.
Jonathan S. Passive Real Estate Investing
15 January 2025 | 10 replies
The biggest drawback I see is that you are not in control, unlike owning your rental property.
Mitchell Catoe Does anyone have experience with D.S.C.R. Loans
21 December 2024 | 10 replies
The drawbacks are the prepayment penalties, higher downpayment requirement for purchases, and higher rates in general. 
Christian Bobby McLemore Intro to me
14 December 2024 | 6 replies
Not having any other investors around is a drawback, but where do you live and have you even looked for real estate investing meetups closest to you?