Micah Cook
Going from SFH to MF commercial real estate
30 January 2025 | 4 replies
This allows you to use all of the tax and deferred depreciation recapture to purchase the larger MF propertyA consolidation exchange is where you sell multiple investment properties to purchase a larger and nicer investment property, but you also get the benefit of using all of the tax you would have had to pay to your advantage.
Craig Sparling
Exclusive right to rep (A post Burnet et Al world) for Real Estate investors
15 January 2025 | 2 replies
I’d offer to sign the form if I was allowed to cross out everything between brokerage firm and during the terms.
Christopher Lynch
What Is The Best Way to Start Flipping Houses and Raise Capital?
16 January 2025 | 10 replies
However, after you get some experience, you probably want to get a Private Lender since this will allow you to keep the majority of the profits.
Anthony Vaganos
DCSR vs Conventional with transfer tax
19 January 2025 | 8 replies
As mentioned above, they specifically allow this.
Caroline C.
Florida condo board question - help for a non-board owner
19 January 2025 | 0 replies
This allows the Board to spend the funds on anything, and if they do, the owners would need to restock the reserves!
Steven Barr
Builders Risk & Liability Insurance - Post Construction
16 January 2025 | 1 reply
The provider I am using allows for 60 days of continued coverage once construction is completed.
Felicia Vinces
What makes a good seller financed deal?
28 January 2025 | 3 replies
Key Factors for a Good Seller-Financed DealCash Flow: Rental income should exceed monthly payments (PITI) by at least 1.25–1.5x.Purchase Price: Compare to ARV and market value for fair pricing and equity potential.Interest Rate: Aim for competitive rates; higher rates must still allow positive cash flow.Amortization/Balloon Terms: Favor longer amortization and align balloon payments with your exit strategy.Down Payment: Lower upfront costs reduce risk but should meet the seller's expectations.Flexibility: Seek no prepayment penalties and fair late-payment clauses.Property Condition: Ensure the property’s condition matches terms through inspections.Seller Motivation: Assess the seller’s willingness to negotiate favorable terms.Exit Strategy: Have a clear plan for refinancing or payoff at term end.Portfolio Fit: Ensure the deal aligns with your financial goals and risk tolerance.Vetting multiple deals and consulting professionals is crucial to making sound decisions.
Stephanie Medina
Is it a bad idea to convert this LTR into a STR?
26 January 2025 | 17 replies
Quote from @Anil Shah: Since I read a townhome, I assume there is HOA - do they allow STRs?
Farnaz Z.
How to screen a tenant without a social security number?
13 January 2025 | 4 replies
Just be sure to clarify that she isn’t a leaseholder but is authorized to reside in the unit.If you’re concerned about liability or want more peace of mind, you could ask the primary applicant for additional security, such as a higher deposit, depending on what’s allowed under Colorado law.
Cherie Carr
Track Driving for Dollars?
10 January 2025 | 2 replies
I really would like an app or site that allows you to compile a list of properties with notes on the spot, and bonus points if it pulls up any info on the property as well.