Robert Stephenson
Older Investor needing help getting a Second property
21 January 2025 | 13 replies
This way, your current rental stays a cash-flowing asset while providing leverage to grow your portfolio.
Byron Umana
New to Airbnb Hosting? Here’s a Step-by-Step Guide to Get You Started!
20 January 2025 | 8 replies
It’s inexpensive to provide but can make a big impact.Comfortable Bedding: Investing in high-quality mattresses, pillows, and linens improves the guest experience and leads to better reviews, which can boost occupancy rates.Smart TV or Streaming Services: Offering Netflix, Hulu, or similar services is a low-cost way to enhance guest entertainment and stay competitive.Fully Stocked Kitchen: A well-equipped kitchen with basic appliances and utensils appeals to families and long-term guests, saving them money on dining out.Dedicated Workspace: If your property caters to remote workers, adding a small desk and ergonomic chair can set your listing apart.Outdoor Spaces: If your property allows, an outdoor seating area, fire pit, or hot tub can significantly increase your nightly rate and attract more bookings.Energy-Efficient Features: Guests appreciate eco-friendly options like LED lighting, smart thermostats, or solar panels, especially in eco-conscious markets.Keyless Entry: A smart lock is a relatively small investment but offers convenience and security, which many guests value.If you’re deciding on amenities to add, it’s always a good idea to research your local market.
Todd Boone
Is Dayton Ohio a good city to invest in real estate?
29 January 2025 | 5 replies
Happy to provide more details.
Steve Stinson
Huntsville #4 - 2025 Best-Performing Cities: Mapping Economic Growth across the US
27 January 2025 | 0 replies
Recognizing their critical role, the Best-Performing Cities (BPC) index evaluates the relative economic performance of 403 metropolitan areas, providing valuable insights into the strengths and vulnerabilities of these economic powerhouses.The BPC index utilizes 13 key metrics, combining labor market conditions, high-tech industry growth, and access to economic opportunities.
Randee Erickson
Blue Gate Capital - are they legitimate?
17 January 2025 | 37 replies
Our Underwrite takes 24-48 Hours, if we are provided with clean and correct documents.
Beau Alesi
Looking to buy
25 January 2025 | 7 replies
Just stating that waiting will also likely make the cost of what you want to buy go up if the last 98 years of real estate data provides the future direction.
Deirdre Lizio
Should you pick a property manager based on price or service?
17 January 2025 | 23 replies
The property manager must make a profit, otherwise there is no incentive to provide the service.
Arch Stanton
Thoughts on turnkey 5.5% cap with little cashflow with 70% LTV, Little Rock AR
13 January 2025 | 2 replies
I work with a turnkey provider in Little Rock, and they are offering a 5.99% on all of their properties, even the new construction.
Mark Sullivan
Add to the Portfolio or Swap
20 January 2025 | 12 replies
The struggle comes when you plan to sell, pay close attention to how the bank would treat the loan in the event you would sell.Even though its a bit more work, banks are typically open to these loans as it provides them with additional collateral in the event of default.
Zach Howard
Financing options for non-US citizens
2 January 2025 | 21 replies
There are rules and situations unique to each state and that is why you want to go with a local lender vice someone just reaching out to you telling you they can do it. 2) Better recourse if the lender screws something up: a local lender has more skin in the game so to speak as if they screw something up their name will be mud to local real estate agents in the deal.