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Dave Meyer Is Real Estate Still the Best Asset Class?
14 May 2024 | 164 replies
That is like for like without leverage and without knowing about individual stocks. 
Bubba McCants Unleash Financial Freedom: The Art of House Hacking
14 May 2024 | 2 replies
Also, consistent tenant guidelines can help you make decisions, so you are both fair and preventing unwanted tenants reside in your properties.Balancing Privacy & Profit: I think this is a personal preference and depends on everyone's individual circumstances. 
Aaron Gallington 80% LTV Duplex Cash out refi
15 May 2024 | 8 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 = 1.23As mentioned earlier in the post, DSCR lenders generally let you vest either individually or as an LLC.
Ally Alvarez How should I prepare myself for a local real estate meetup?
14 May 2024 | 4 replies
Remember, everyone starts somewhere, and acknowledging your beginner status can foster genuine connections with seasoned investors who are often more than willing to offer guidance and share their experiences.Local meetups serve as invaluable hubs of knowledge, bringing together like-minded individuals who are active in the same market you aim to enter or are already operating in.
Chance Covan New investor looking to get started- what would you do?
15 May 2024 | 23 replies
(up to $250,000 for individuals or $500,000 for married couples filing jointly) Consult your CPA :)
Clayton Carr Rental Unit has a leak
14 May 2024 | 7 replies
On a clear day and with tenant notification, get a hose on the outside and spray it at individual windows and doors in the suspect rooms. 
Andrew Fidler Toledo Blade Article - Real Estate Boom!!!
14 May 2024 | 15 replies
Even if California will not relent on adjusting emission control standards, and the more than 1,000 supplemental workers at the Stellantis Toledo Jeep plant who are expected to rise to full-time permanent status are laid off, on balance, local incomes are rising.For the vast majority of individuals, a home is the largest single investment of a lifetime.
Christopher DeAraujo heat included in rent?
14 May 2024 | 6 replies
I’m installing propane Rinaii heaters in 3 buildings where each larger room will have an individual heating unit and each unit has its own meter.
Wayne Doucet Wanting info on DSCR loan for a condo?
14 May 2024 | 17 replies
Yes you can finance a individual condo with a DSCR loan as long as they are both separate properties. 
Luke Cionci New Home Buyer - Contractor Nightmare
14 May 2024 | 4 replies
Unfortunately, along with individuals in your shoes desire to advance their projects as quickly as possible, the contractors are often eager to get the work started and the combined desires of both parties frequently leads to rash decision making.