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Syed Naqvi Checklist to buy a Multifamily building or an Apartment complex
27 June 2020 | 11 replies
Any balances due, tenants with late payments still dueIdentify any existing evictions in progressCertificate of Occupancy from the City of LA9a Property Report Natural Hazards Disclosure Statement Copies of all current insurance policies and insurance company contact infoLoss run from the insurance carrier (my insurance broker requires this from seller)Copies of ad valorem tax statements covering the Property for the last twelve (12) months, if anyCopies of electric bills for last 12 monthsCopies of gas bills for last 12 monthsCopies of water and sewer bill for the last 12 monthsCopies of trash bills for the last 12 monthsCopies of any vendor service contracts (common ones include landscaping, interior cleaning, laundry, fire alarm monitoring, and pest control) Copies of any environmental studies affecting the property, if any.A list of anything that will not convey with property (common items include laundry machines and appliances owned by seller)Copy of current management agreementCopies of all existing surveys of the Property, if any.Copies of all warranties for appliances, equipment, utilities, roof, paving, pool, etc., if any.Copies of the last three years’ profit and loss statementsList of all capital expenditures in the last 3 yearsDate of systems updates, if known (plumbing, electric, roof, HVAC) Preliminary Title ReportCopies of the most recent title insurance policies, if any.
Luke Carl Do I need a new insurance agent?
20 March 2020 | 6 replies
You're agent is getting paid to monitor your insurance coverage.
Brandon Fixico New member from Okmulgee, OK (just south of Tulsa)
22 March 2020 | 3 replies
I'm a complete newbie in real estate investing, still trying to get to that first deal.My reasons for wanting to crush it in real estate is that I want to be able to give my wife and children the lifestyle we've all dreamed of, and make retirement a real possibility.My reasons for not having jumped in already is that I know my tendency to go straight for the elite level, not taking the time to build the infrastructure to support that level of success. 
Peter Nikic Communicating with your tenants Regarding COVID-19
23 March 2020 | 26 replies
(you’ll just have to edit for US since we’re canadian)“Hello,We have been continuing to monitor the situation surrounding COVID-19.
Brendan Chisholm Putting it all into perspective
16 March 2020 | 1 reply
I’m often so preoccupied with the phone in my hand, two or three monitors in front of me, attempting to close deals, that looking up and seeing my son smile, watch the sun rise, or sunset is something I take for granted.
Michael Wegner ATTN: People who rent to Pet owners *Newbie seeks advice* Thanks!
17 March 2020 | 10 replies
Unless you are there to monitor your tenants will be lazy and not clean up.
Daria B. Water Bill and tenant payments
16 June 2020 | 7 replies
I monitor the bill so it doesn't turn into a lein
Krista Kennedy Good time to Cash out Refi?
19 March 2020 | 5 replies
Although I believe this is temporary it is definitely worth monitoring if you are considering purchasing some properties.  
Ethan Johnson Analyzing MHP Deal - Buy or Not?
6 April 2020 | 13 replies
The “key” elements of the transaction are explored first and usually, the most intensively.The buyer should provide the seller a comprehensive disclosure statement and include a term in the purchase agreement that obligates the seller to return the document within 5 days of acceptance.Professionals are hired to complete Phase 1, 2 & 3 reports that identify potential or existing environmental contamination and all other elements of elements that are difficult for the buyer to effectively evaluate.Financial Checklist3 years profit & loss statementsRent roll with space number, name of resident, move-in date, renter or owner occupied, number of occupants, monthly rent, additional charges, current balance due and any relevant notes about the residentList of capital expenditures for the last 3 years3 years of tax returns12 months of bank statementsCurrent accounts receivable statementList of park owned home including copies of “rent to own” or sales contractsCopy of all current insurance policies, binders and premiumsSpreadsheet detailing who pays all utilities including water, sewer, gas, electric, trash, cable, etc…For all utilities and charge backs, formulas, calculations and meter readings for the past 12 months3 years of utility billsProperty tax bills for the last 2-3 yearsCurrent staffing list including position, wages, job descriptionsCopies of any contracts that will transfer to buyer including laundry, trash, phone, equipment, etc…Dates and amounts of the last 3 rent increasesSigned rules and leases for each residentNames and contact information of professional service providers including lawyers, accountants, engineers, insurance brokers, inspectors, appraisers, realtors/brokers, etc…Physical ChecklistSpreadsheet for utilities that details age, composition, capacity, physical locations, etc…Any drawings or maps of the park and infrastructure including lot sizesSewer plant or septic system repair and maintenance recordsWater well tests and compliance recordsDisclosure from seller of current or recent problems with infrastructure including buildings, water, sewer/septic, gas, electric, etc…Names and contact information of contractors including plumbers, tree surgeons, electricians, gas inspectors, septic companies, roto-rooter services, etc…Locale ChecklistProfile local housing market:“Stick-built” – current foreclosure rate, months of available inventory, median home price, average rent per month, vacancy rateApartments – average rent per month, vacancy rate, prevalence of move-in specials…MHPs Comps – average monthly charges (rent, utilities, etc…), vacancy rate, # of homes for sale, etc…Profile local economy including population, major employers, unemployment rate and trendsCopies of city, county and state permits, licenses or certificates of occupancyCheck zoning for recent or pending changes to target property and adjacent parcelsCheck for known environmental issues with target property, adjacent parcels or in the communityCheck for major development or construction projects in the communityReview existing surveys or environmental reportsConsider geographic factors including elevation, annual snow fall, rain fall, proximity to bodies of water, etc…Disclosure from seller of current or recent lawsuits, regulatory or compliance issues, fines, fees, etc…
Anthony Pisciotta Reduced Rents for COVID-19?
24 March 2020 | 43 replies
My family relies on our rental income so we are monitoring local and national laws.