James Wise
Failed Leadership is why California is on fire.
23 January 2025 | 165 replies
Or -- lawfully -- tells you you cannot build on the lot because it's too difficult to defend in a fire and therefore you're not going to get fire or police services, so no, you cannot build.
Kate Zieverink McMinn
New to ADU - Checklist or Cheat Sheet?
17 January 2025 | 6 replies
Possibly already permitted outbuildings that already have plumbing such as workshops, offices, etc might be able to be converted to an ADU at a cost that does not result in the cost being more than the value added.Building an ADU is a lot of work and can be a slow process.
Darrius Lloyd
Multi Family House Hacking
8 January 2025 | 2 replies
I am reading a bunch of real estate investing books , talking to realtors & loan officers, and trying to educate myself best I can.I'm also looking to expand my network within the real estate investing community, and I believe this is a great opportunity to connect.
Bill Goodland
Favorite Tools for Building Distressed Owners Lists
15 January 2025 | 13 replies
At a high level, the system ingests raw documents from the recorder's offices, building permits, zoning permits, market data, and other auxiliary datasets.
Sam Robbins
Advice for rental in HPR
8 January 2025 | 6 replies
It’s in pretty good shape at this point, rentable.I travel a lot for work, and a friend gave me the idea to do a short term rental as a one bedroom, locking all of my stuff in the other bedroom and office - I applied today and was denied because I don’t own both sides of my HPR, even though I have written permission from the owner of the other half….
Chris Mahoo
Long term rental when you are not full time real estate professional
22 January 2025 | 10 replies
You’re going to deduct your tax prep, your internet, your cellphone, your computer, your tablet, your mileage if you’re involved in the properties, your home office, etc etc.
Erika Andersen
Advice on working with a home buyer's RE agent using an hourly rate?
2 February 2025 | 15 replies
For example we pay our own income taxes, broker splits and all of our other expenses directly out of what we make including required E&O insurance, MLS dues, licensing fees, Board of Realtor dues, continuing education costs, marketing, advertising, office fees/rent, transaction coordinator/ assistant fees, health insurance, car insurance and maintenance, gas, tires, software, retirement fund, etc.We are not W2 employees with payroll taxes already taken out of our paychecks, company-paid health insurance and matching retirement account plus a guarantee of at least 40 hours paid work per week, sick pay, paid vacation… none of that.So if you’re thinking you’ll be able to pay an hourly wage typical of a W2 hourly employee like $50-85/hr… that’s definitely not going to work.
Joshua Middleton
Seeking Feedback: Luxury Rental Investment Strategy for 4 Bed 2 Bath, Palm Coast FL
11 January 2025 | 4 replies
For example, incorporating energy-efficient solutions and smart home technology has been a game-changer in similar markets, especially when paired with features like office spaces that cater to remote workers.As for potential add-ons, corporate housing partnerships are a brilliant suggestion!
Marina Wong
711 Rescue - does it help LP in case of imminent foreclosure
21 January 2025 | 19 replies
He holds meetups for family offices around the world and those are free to LPs (at least those in the US).
Zoe Brennan
New Agent & Aspiring Investor
31 January 2025 | 10 replies
Perhaps shadow a top producer in your office, After that stability and you have a nest egg.