![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3009118/small_1723755805-avatar-peterf214.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
26 January 2025 | 3 replies
I'm hopeful this results more so in DOGE finding more efficient and effective means of outsorucing government functions rather than blankety reducing the positions.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/984460/small_1621506830-avatar-kevinw237.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
24 January 2025 | 6 replies
It takes dedicated resources to build out and to do effectively at scale.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2515234/small_1695584587-avatar-augustinec5.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
20 January 2025 | 1 reply
I would need to consult tax consultant for this however I expect to reduce my effective costs by ~$1,495/month (based on a 32% tax bracket).2.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1980243/small_1642423821-avatar-davidg1029.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
28 December 2024 | 1 reply
Even when we manage to reach a working voicemail,owners often assume we are just another "we buy land" serviceoffering far below market value.Given thesechallenges, we are eager to learn the most effective strategies for locatingpotential sellers and establishing a professional, trustworthy connection thatencourages serious consideration of our offers.Telephone/voicemail is informal, hence casual, hence “we aren’t putting much effort into this.”
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/834440/small_1722385970-avatar-grantshipman.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
22 January 2025 | 0 replies
Ineffective or Absent Conflict Resolution ProcessEvery successful group of people needs an effective conflict resolution process characterized by:simplicity to understand and remember;quickness to start and complete;a clear vocabulary.My company, Livingsmith uses and recommends the 5-on-5 Process for conflict resolution in co-living homes.2.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2195232/small_1642095916-avatar-jayc297.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
6 January 2025 | 4 replies
Is there an easy way to divide the basement up? Each side of the duplex has access to the basement but below everything is connected together and I want to make sure no side has access to each other. The way I can ima...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3146449/small_1731736139-avatar-fetchp1.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
1 February 2025 | 7 replies
Indoor sprinklers are so effective.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3132994/small_1728660044-avatar-gregoryl149.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
26 January 2025 | 2 replies
Or we gradually perform high-quality updates for a live-in flip, then roll the equity into a new home.Regarding rental income, we aim to boost income, lower our effective tax rate by generating more low tax-drag income with rental income (since there’s not much we can do to lower out W2 tax bills) and have retirement cash flow.To compare the financial impact over 10-20 years, we want to analyze renting versus flipping.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/953184/small_1621506178-avatar-roberts482.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
21 January 2025 | 10 replies
In areas like Dallas or Fort Worth, I’ve seen professional cleaning range from $300–$600, especially when dealing with pet-related cleaning like removing cat hair from carpets.