
30 October 2024 | 16 replies
that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases.

28 October 2024 | 15 replies
the sale of the design includes CAD files making it easy to implement changes.

30 October 2024 | 13 replies
They do have other options that you can add-on, such as electronic inspection reports, mailing services and e-lease (this one is included if you're a Pro member which I am not) but I haven't found the need for any of those services yet.

31 October 2024 | 12 replies
I would say today 40-50% of your income goes towards normal operating expenses. 50% if you want to include replacement reserves which you should.

30 October 2024 | 11 replies
I've included an example below to help illustrate this.So different lenders have different rates (which do vary even for DSCR loans) but these are factors they all consider.See example below:DSCR < 1Principal + Interest = $1,700Taxes = $350, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $50Total PITIA = $2200Rent = $2000DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2000/2200 = 0.91Since the DSCR is 0.91, we know the expenses are greater than the income of the property.DSCR >1Principal + Interest = $1,500Taxes = $250, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $25Total PITIA = $1875 Rent = $2300DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2300/1875 = 1.23If a purchase, you also generally need reserves / savings to show you have 3-6 month payments of PITIA (principal / interest (mortgage payment), property taxes and insurance and HOA (if applicable).

30 October 2024 | 12 replies
I worked with Scott who has always been immediately responsive and willing to assist with whatever I needed including introductions to lenders, insurance providers, local agents/brokers, tax specialists, etc.

28 October 2024 | 24 replies
Ask yourself what makes your property worth $2100 (incl water) when rents in the area range from $1500-1800 (assuming that doesn't include water)?

29 October 2024 | 4 replies
I also recommend including some move-out instructions for cleaning, how to turn in keys, when they will get the deposit back, etc.

28 October 2024 | 7 replies
This includes everything from tenant screening, rent collection, and maintenance to managing budgets, ensuring legal compliance, and addressing tenant complaints.

31 October 2024 | 17 replies
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