Nina Erlandson
Has anyone used Obie Insurance?
28 January 2025 | 56 replies
Undoubtedly, your involvement has lead to increased business funneling to Obie...Two questions:Does Obie insure free-standing mobile homes (without land)?
Jaren Taylor
New to Apartment Investing
27 January 2025 | 4 replies
We set up our CPA, LLC, website, marketing plat forms (social media), investor (sponsors) list, I have an operation manager, acquisition manager, and myself leading the charge.
Bruce D. Kowal
What REALLY Triggers IRS Attention in Real Estate Partnerships - From An Onlooker
29 January 2025 | 6 replies
After 20+ years in real estate partnerships, here's what actually puts you on the IRS radar (and what doesn't):REAL Red Flags That Matter:The Partner Complaint TriggerDisgruntled partner files Form 8082K-1 disputesPartnership disputes leading to tax filingsReal Impact: Instant IRS attentionSuspicious Loss ClaimsLosses exceeding investmentArtificial basis inflationSudden large losses without economic realityExample: $100K investment claiming $500K lossesRelated Party GamesCircular property flipsBelow-market transfersFamily partnership schemes without substanceWatch Out: IRC §267 and §707(b) violationsDebt Engineering Red FlagsBasis inflation schemesArtificial guarantee arrangementsPartner debt shifts near year-endCritical: IRC §752 compliance matters!
Nevin Wilkie
Where to find Owner Phone Number for Run Down or Abandon Properties?
21 January 2025 | 8 replies
I've tried a couple - truepeoplesearch, white-ages, property radar, leadsherpa, batch leads...Some services are better than others, but it is a numbers game and you also can cross check between different platforms.
Joe Casey
I am new and I want to learn more
6 February 2025 | 10 replies
Repetitively reading/hearing about something often leads to action, but make sure you don't get caught in the knowledge-gathering phase forever!
Natalie Gelbke-Mattis
Ready to scale our hospitality portfolio
21 January 2025 | 2 replies
What worked for me was focusing on building strategic relationships with top tier people (quality partners) who could complement what I brought to the table—sales, management, and execution.When you are approaching sellers for creative financing, leading with a clear value proposition (and CONFIDENTLY) is key.
Jake Andronico
Just met w/ a developer - housing affordability may get much worse.
27 January 2025 | 23 replies
SF is too globally recognized and loved to go away in my opinion.
Tyler Schumaker
Brand new and looking to network
22 January 2025 | 3 replies
You can learn to do this independently or get a rockstar REALTOR to lead the way.
Christopher Jennings
Hello from a new member from Gilbert/Phoenix and the surrounding cities
28 January 2025 | 8 replies
I’ve seen folks pivot their plans quickly if they discover one city has friendier permit processes than another.And yeah, the Phoenix area has some really down to earth investor meetups, from what I’ve heard, that can help you level up fast.What aspect of the business are you most excited to tackle first.. managing construction, or scouting out those under the radar leads?
Sakshum Kulshrestha
Questions about Philadelphia Market for LTRs
28 January 2025 | 6 replies
In Philadelphia the fundamentals are strong: leading industries/employers are in the Education and Medical fields which are known to be stable, proximity to NYC and DC, national airport, port city, affordability compared to mid-atlantic predecessors.