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Alexander Szikla Rockson Advisory’s Year In Review: Thriving on the Real Estate Rollercoaster into 202
1 January 2025 | 0 replies
This included some landmark deals including Rockefeller Center’s $3.5B loan and Miami Beach’s Fontainebleau $1.2B refinancingAlternative lenders filling traditional banking gaps with short-term solutions which has already begun a cycle of consolidation that will likely continue and accelerate in 2025The Office Sector Divide:CBD property values are down 50.7% from 2021 peaksClass A office properties seem to be in their own vacuum of prosperity with trophy properties commanding premium rents ($100+ PSF nationally, up to $247 in top markets) with strong occupancyHybrid work continues impacting older building valuations which have not faired as well, but this may begin to rebalance as more companies are instituting mandates to return to physical officesChallenges & Opportunities:$1 trillion in loans maturing by 2026Interest rates up from 3.5% (2021) to 6.74% (2024)Experts such as AEW’s Michael Acton and Blackstone’s Nadeem Meghji see the best entry point in the last 15–20 years and we agreeMarket Outlook:Current market conditions present unique opportunities, with inflation-adjusted prices at historic lows and yields at decade highs.
Alex Messner Purchasing first home (with debt)
16 January 2025 | 10 replies
I would speak with a loan officer to get an idea of what I would qualify for with that level of student debt. 
Tannia Castro New to Rental Property Investing
16 January 2025 | 9 replies
The PMC I left to start my own PMC had at least 2 "preferred contractors" related to key players in the office so high rates and poor service fell on deaf ears. 
Jerry Zigounakis LLC or sCorp for investment properties
21 January 2025 | 7 replies
There are likely work arounds and you will need to discuss with a loan officer.
Argel Algura Out of state investing and creative deal making as a newbie investor 1 year in
30 January 2025 | 5 replies
Everyone THINKS they’d be happy being a “full time” investor, but I’ve seen many go into depression when they’re alone working out of a home office and they don’t have the comraderie, social interaction, and discipline of a daily job routine. 
Esther Iroko Tenants not paying rent
29 January 2025 | 20 replies
If you have questions, contact the residential tenancy office (write down who you spoke to and when in case there are problems).
Jeffery Jones Section 8 properties
8 January 2025 | 11 replies
Organizational Delays: Section 8 offices are often overworked and understaffed, leading to slow processing times for new tenants, delayed rent increase approvals, and poor responsiveness.Benefits of Section 8:1.Long-Term Tenants: When you get a good tenant, they usually stay for a long time because of the tedious process required to qualify for Section 8 housing.2.Consistent Income: If Section 8 covers most or all of the rent, you typically receive reliable monthly payments, reducing the risk of non-payment (as long as there isn’t a large tenant portion).3.Lower Barrier to Entry: Because properties in these areas are often more affordable, it’s a good way for new investors to break into real estate without needing a large amount of capital.Overall, I’ve seen the good and the bad of this strategy.
Sri R. Is it good time to buy in austin
3 January 2025 | 2 replies
Given many are returning to offices, would Austin still be a good market to invest and own?  
Gabriella Swan New to real estate looking for a mentor!
6 January 2025 | 4 replies
Brokers will be eager to add you as a new agent to their office.
John Friendas Curbside Auction House Not Like Listing
6 January 2025 | 7 replies
Finally, check with the Town to make sure there are no municipal liens, Make sure they're on Town sewer, check with the tax assessor to see how many bedrooms the tax office thinks there are, (important if you are flipping) buy ok to have more bedrooms if you are planning to buy and hold.