Micah Cook
Going from SFH to MF commercial real estate
1 February 2025 | 5 replies
This allows you to use all of the tax and deferred depreciation recapture to purchase the larger MF propertyA consolidation exchange is where you sell multiple investment properties to purchase a larger and nicer investment property, but you also get the benefit of using all of the tax you would have had to pay to your advantage.
Jemini Leckie
Unrelated Tenants In a House Hack
14 January 2025 | 2 replies
Quote from @Jemini Leckie: Hello, I am trying to understand the Orem, city code to determine if I am allowed to rent my basement ADU that I currently live in two a couple cousins and their friend.
Collin Hays
I fired dynamic pricing today
2 February 2025 | 20 replies
This allows me to tune pricing after spotting trends.
Joshua Tucker
Tax breaks on tribal land
27 January 2025 | 4 replies
Favorable Leases: Tribes can offer long-term leases (up to 99 years) with attractive terms, allowing access to land without full ownership.6.
Mitch Davidson
New STR Restrictions Coming for the Asheville Area
17 January 2025 | 40 replies
It is still quite restrictive IMO and would not allow for many STRs but some to be added to the local market. 4.
Felicia Vinces
What makes a good seller financed deal?
28 January 2025 | 3 replies
Key Factors for a Good Seller-Financed DealCash Flow: Rental income should exceed monthly payments (PITI) by at least 1.25–1.5x.Purchase Price: Compare to ARV and market value for fair pricing and equity potential.Interest Rate: Aim for competitive rates; higher rates must still allow positive cash flow.Amortization/Balloon Terms: Favor longer amortization and align balloon payments with your exit strategy.Down Payment: Lower upfront costs reduce risk but should meet the seller's expectations.Flexibility: Seek no prepayment penalties and fair late-payment clauses.Property Condition: Ensure the property’s condition matches terms through inspections.Seller Motivation: Assess the seller’s willingness to negotiate favorable terms.Exit Strategy: Have a clear plan for refinancing or payoff at term end.Portfolio Fit: Ensure the deal aligns with your financial goals and risk tolerance.Vetting multiple deals and consulting professionals is crucial to making sound decisions.
Nicholas A.
How many markets to focus on at once?
22 January 2025 | 9 replies
I can also allow a tenant to grow with me - just moved a family from a two bedroom to a three bedroom apartment.Personally the only reasons I would choose to invest in multiple markets is a) because I wanted an excuse to go somewhere regularly or b) for economic/geographic diversity.I had the advantage that my home market was good.
Ashley Kroft
Starting Out: Advice on which option to take from a Refinance
2 February 2025 | 6 replies
Line of Credits (like HELOCS) allows access to a set amount of money up to a pre-determined limit and it is revolving.
Jason Hatfield
Buying a house at auction
29 January 2025 | 9 replies
You won't be considered a viable buyer and not allowed to bid.
Vincent Plant
Hard Money Costs Too Much?
13 January 2025 | 15 replies
This will allow you to take on bigger deals with your cash on hand.LTC is a ratio with the potential to limit your loan amount.