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Patty Mac put siding on in 2023, but paid in 2024
8 October 2024 | 4 replies
But waiting until 2024 when we paid for it seems wrong as it was "put into service" in 2023. 
Patricia Andriolo-Bull So now VRBO tells us when and how to communicate?
8 October 2024 | 22 replies
If someone comes by after that and books a 2star property expecting 5star service, that's their fault.
Ryan Richmond Buyer vs. Designated Agency
10 October 2024 | 2 replies
Hey Ryan,Sorry to hear that you had a negative experience.Designated dual agency is very common in NC and in most cases allows both buyer and seller to receive the highest level of service with no conflict of interest even though they are being represented by the same Firm.
Ofir R. Seeking a mentor. Advisor. Consultant. Seeking someone to talk to.
9 October 2024 | 1 reply
I'd love to have an input on persons/companies who provide such services, from personal recomendations. 
Jason Smith Help! My Rentals are keeping me from getting a personal home loan
13 October 2024 | 23 replies
Also, if your rentals are already in service and the banks are using a blanket 75% of gross rents figure, theyre probably incompetent in their underwriting.
Mackensie Matze Should I just pay off a renter and call it a stupid tax?
10 October 2024 | 7 replies
They have prepaid legal services 70/mo but I am not planning on renting anymore.
Frank Barletta Houston: Gross Weather, Lovely Investing
9 October 2024 | 9 replies
The education and health services sector alone added 23,800 jobs in the past year, reflecting a significant expansion in these industries, particularly in healthcare and social assistance​.Proximity to Major Employment Centers: Greater Heights offers convenient access to key employment hubs such as downtown Houston and the Galleria area, which are major attractors for residents due to the short commute and abundant job opportunities​.Education: Nearby institutions like University of Houston and Rice University contribute to the area's appeal.Infrastructure Projects: Ongoing developments like the East Blocks Redevelopment and BioHub II at Generation Park enhance local amenities and attractiveness.Investment InsightsGreater Heights Rental Market Trends:Single-Family House Rentals:Median Rent: $1,350 for 1 bedroom, $2,695 for 2 bedrooms, $3,250 for 3 bedrooms, and $6,100 for 4+ bedrooms​​.Stability in rent prices with modest YoY increases: 2 bedroom rents increased by $195, and 3 bedroom rents by $250​​.Median Sold Price YoY ComparisonApartment Rentals:1 bedroom apartments saw a YoY increase of $305, 2 bedroom apartments by $667, indicating strong demand for these unit types​​.Available Rentals:High availability of both house and apartment rentals, indicating a robust market that can support new rental investments​​.Sales Market Trends:Median Sale Prices:Significant appreciation in home values, particularly in 1-bedroom homes, which saw a 190.7% increase from $215K to $625K​​.Other bedroom counts also showed positive appreciation, e.g., 2 bedrooms (5.3%), 3 bedrooms (6.5%), 4 bedrooms (17.4%)​​.Market Activity:Increased number of homes for sale and sold, suggesting a dynamic and active real estate market.
Jefferson Black Old, Small Multifamily HVAC
10 October 2024 | 13 replies
The property currently has a boiler servicing three units with radiators, which is in good condition.
Tony Mai Northpoint Property Management Columbus OH
8 October 2024 | 4 replies
Seriously considering but I need boots on the ground to service correctly.
Account Closed Here's How to Calculate Rental Income For Child Support
10 October 2024 | 0 replies
Since the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) doesn’t consider child support taxable income, I would not consider it in the rent calculation unless you have a HUD-specific home.According to hud.gov, “[rental property] owners must count alimony or child support amounts awarded by the court unless the applicant certifies that payments are not being made and that he or she has taken all reasonable legal actions to collect amounts due, including filing with the appropriate courts or agencies responsible for enforcing payment.”So, does child support count as income for renting?