27 February 2024 | 3 replies
those numbers don't work if you need design help I'd rework the Floorplans to smaller and higher rents to lower construction costs. 2.1 million for 12 units is crazy. we build at about 100k per door hard cost. suburban walk up style apartments fully leased up with land go for $155k a door over 100 units in columbus ohio. so if you work backwards take the equity and land out our pricing is right in line for build cost and that's with profit to investors.

1 March 2024 | 97 replies
“If you don't design your own life plan, chances are you'll fall into someone else's plan.

26 February 2024 | 7 replies
Listing was updated to state 'perc test is completed and new septic being designed'.

28 February 2024 | 49 replies
People want an experience not just a place to sleep.Four things to remember...location, proximity, knowing your market and guest avatar, and design/amenities can make or break a STR.

27 February 2024 | 11 replies
I'm a relative newbie and went through this and found it helpful to first understand what each metric is designed to measure in the first place before deciding which one is needed for my analysis.

28 February 2024 | 63 replies
Anyone can declare real estate losses against their active income if their income is under the AGI threshold but only someone whose PRIMARY profession is designated to be a real estate professional will be able to offset active income.

26 February 2024 | 16 replies
In columbus it is a buyer's market for land and easy to negotiate favorable terms and then design the house needed.

26 February 2024 | 5 replies
Their insights highlight the necessity for a careful approach to vapor barriers and insulation, emphasizing compatibility with the building's original design and moisture management needs.Here's the plan:Ceilings/Attic Floors: Elevate insulation to R-38 or above, incorporating vapor retarder paint or smart vapor retarders for optimal moisture management.Walls: Boost insulation to R-13 or more, utilizing smart vapor retarders or materials with adjustable permeability.Basements, Crawl Spaces: Increase insulation to R-19, targeting ground moisture and internal humidity control.Materials: Opt for eco-friendly, breathable insulation and vapor barrier materials that preserve the building's historic charm.This meticulous approach elevates the property's energy efficiency and moisture management, enhancing its value and ensuring a profitable return without compromising its architectural integrity.I'd like to hear your thoughts, experiences, or any advice you might have on integrating vapor barriers and insulation in renovating historic properties.

28 February 2024 | 13 replies
We believed that the main portion of that fee would go towards the tax strategy portion where your designated ‘tax team’ would help you create a customized ‘tax strategy plan’ to minimize your taxes moving forward, while the tax preparation for a simple portfolio like ours was thought to cost no more than $2k of the total fee.

26 February 2024 | 17 replies
If you're going upscale in other ways, you can sometimes get away with cheaper side pieces, but if the chairs are going to feature prominently in the photos and design, a few hundred extra dollars are worth it.