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Joshua Voigt Hitting a DTI wall with house hacking. Is DSCR refinancing an option
10 June 2024 | 12 replies
A home equity loan is a fixed interest rate version of the same, whereas I can draw and pay back the line of credit over a period of time, the second mortgage version results in a lump sum with fixed interest rates and fixed payments. 
Neil Louis New to Multi Family Real Estate Investing - Seeking Guidance and Connections
10 June 2024 | 18 replies
Former Lifestyles trainer Steve Davis has started this and has some Dallas trainings and meetings periodically.
Don Konipol Top Ten Questions Asked On Bp That Have No Chance Of A Beneficial Answer
10 June 2024 | 35 replies
., I wonder if you got that DM because for a period of time, there was a woman on here touting how she made a 60% return in one year buying a 12plex in the second highest crime area of Chicago.  
Nilusha Jayasinghe Legalities of duplexing down or Airbnb in illegal garden unit?
8 June 2024 | 5 replies
I'll think about getting a different agent for the next deal if there is one, but since I'm in the attorney review period for this deal now, time is tight for me to try to get info for my questions above so that I can make an informed decision. 
Christina Colon Next step with a business partner
9 June 2024 | 10 replies
I always like to see a dating period before marrying partners under an agreement. 
Nilusha Jayasinghe Are we paying too much for a house hack?
10 June 2024 | 15 replies
You are undoubtedly in the attorney review period, so this is your get out of jail free card if you need it.
Casey Adams Refinance Struggles/Question on my first BRRRR
7 June 2024 | 21 replies
So here's my question:Is it normal to take a pre 90 day LTV to recoup the purchase cost, wait the seasoning period, and refinance the rest of the cash out at a later date?
Jeremy H. backyard patio / side walk increase cost basis?
8 June 2024 | 1 reply
The cost of land generally includes the cost of clearing, grading, planting, and landscaping.Land preparation costs, such as landscaping are depreciable Certain improvements made directly to land or added to it (such as shrubbery, fences, roads, sidewalks, and bridges) are generally depreciated over 15 yearsKeep in mind that depreciable rental property costs with a useful life of 20 year or less may be eligible for bonus depreciation.I don’t think the sources that you found are accurate since some of the improvements you mentioned can be depreciated and over a shorter period of time.
Tyson Scheutze The Price of Property Management
8 June 2024 | 1 reply
These are some of the ways the clients could be affected by property managers who are not prepared: Extended VacanciesInadequate marketing strategies and tenant screening processes can result in prolonged vacancy periods, translating into substantial lost rental income.High tenant turnover due to poor resident relations further exacerbates vacancy losses.Inadequate Maintenance and RepairsNeglecting preventive maintenance and delaying necessary repairs can lead to accelerated property deterioration and higher long-term repair costs.This can also negatively impact tenant satisfaction, contributing to higher turnover rates.Legal and Compliance IssuesLack of knowledge or disregard for landlord-tenant laws and regulations can expose investors to costly legal disputes and penalties.Failure to properly handle security deposits, evictions, or fair housing practices can result in significant financial liabilities.Ineffective Financial ManagementInaccurate budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting can lead to uninformed decision-making and missed opportunities for cost savings.Failure to optimize tax strategies and leverage available deductions can further reduce net returns.Diminished Property ValueInadequate maintenance, high vacancy rates, and poor tenant screening can negatively impact a property’s perceived value and appreciation potential.This can significantly affect the long-term return on investment when it comes time to sell the asset.While a 10% management fee may seem reasonable for a well-performing property manager, the cumulative impact of mismanagement can quickly escalate the effective cost to investors, potentially outweighing any perceived savings on the management fee itself.
Account Closed withroam.com – "Your new home, made affordable"
8 June 2024 | 15 replies
After that period though my understanding is that you can do what you wish with the property.