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Sarah DeMamiel $400,000 To flip or to brrrr? Or both?
21 July 2024 | 64 replies
Seems like it needs to be determined what’s most important to her.
Dan Hertler Is SFR Cashflow a Myth?
20 July 2024 | 59 replies
Account Closed, determining when you will break even should be a metric every investor keeps an eye on.
Karolina Powell Questions to ask when touring a multi family
21 July 2024 | 12 replies
Ask about the maintenance history.Units: Visit as many individual units as possible to assess their condition and note any necessary repairs or updates.Structural Issues: Be vigilant about signs of water damage, mold, or pests, which could indicate larger problems.Safety Compliance: Verify that the property meets all local safety and building codes, including fire alarms, extinguishers, and emergency exits.Financial and Operational AspectsRent Roll: Request a detailed rent roll to understand current rents, lease terms, and tenant occupancy.Expenses: Get a breakdown of all operating expenses, including utilities, maintenance, insurance, property management fees, and taxes.Income Verification: Ask for historical income statements (preferably 12 months or more) to verify the revenue.Vacancy Rates: Inquire about the historical and current vacancy rates and how they compare to the market average.Tenant Profile: Understand the tenant mix, including residential versus commercial tenants, lease lengths, and tenant turnover rates.Property Management: Find out if the property is currently managed by a professional management company and if you will retain or replace them.Legal and ComplianceZoning Laws: Ensure the property complies with current zoning laws and inquire about any zoning changes that may affect the property.Rent Control: Determine if the property is subject to rent control or other regulations that could impact income.Permits and Licenses: Check that all necessary permits and licenses are up to date.Value-Add PotentialRenovation Opportunities: Identify areas where you could add value through renovations or upgrades.Rent Increases: Assess the potential for increasing rents based on market rates and property improvements.Additional Income: Explore opportunities for additional income streams, such as laundry facilities, parking fees, or storage rentals.Environmental ConsiderationsEnvironmental Hazards: Check for any environmental issues like asbestos, lead paint, or underground storage tanks.Flood Zones: Verify if the property is in a flood zone and the implications for insurance and risk.Questions to Ask the SellerReason for Selling: Understand the seller’s motivation to gauge the urgency and possible negotiation points.Recent Repairs and Improvements: Ask about any recent capital expenditures and future planned repairs.Tenant Relations: Inquire about the relationship with tenants and any ongoing disputes or issues.Due DiligenceProfessional Inspection: Hire a professional inspector to conduct a thorough examination of the property.Appraisal: Obtain an independent appraisal to verify the property’s market value.Legal Review: Have a real estate attorney review all contracts, leases, and legal documents related to the property.By covering these aspects, you’ll be in a stronger position to make an informed decision about your potential investment.
Account Closed How to get to $30k/month if you were me?
23 July 2024 | 42 replies
And when hit certain pre-determined portfolio size, we flip strategy over to consolidation and start pouring profit's into the actual LT hold properties.
John Cava Conflicting info asset valuation for in-kind RMD's from real estate
20 July 2024 | 3 replies
The value resets, and the dollars you take out will determine the new equity split at that point in time.  
Brooke Roundy Tenant marijuana smoking nuisance
19 July 2024 | 19 replies
You agree to pay an additional $200.00 lease violation fee each time we determine, at our sole discretion, that smoking has occurred in your rental unit, due as Additional Rent.
Scott Trench Investing in Blue States > Investing in Red States
25 July 2024 | 62 replies
Besides a few state-wide policies like that, most landlord-tenant laws are determined locally by municipalities.
Hughston Thackham Rent Primary or Sale Primary
19 July 2024 | 17 replies
Just curious, how are you determining that I don't have any goals?
Micah Loewen Will appraisal value be influenced by a few unifinished renovations?
19 July 2024 | 7 replies
Or, if it does appraise 'as-is', but the lender's underwriter determines that there is more deferred maintenance than they will allow for (say $2,500, or something close to that) then that would also be an issue.Either way, a 'subject to' appraisal and deferred maintenance are both no-go's for a DSCR cash-out refi. 
Grant Stepanic How To Achieve Financial Freedom Through Real Estate Investing.
19 July 2024 | 0 replies
Set Clear GoalsDefine Your Objectives: Determine what financial freedom means to you.