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30 December 2024 | 5 replies
This could help accelerate how quickly you can payoff your first mortgage while keeping the interest you pay on your heloc at a minimum.
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27 December 2024 | 8 replies
We own and manage two and one is particularly difficult during the shoulder (slow) seasons.
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12 January 2025 | 185 replies
Nothing screams “we are in trouble” like accelerating performing 30 year mortgages.
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15 January 2025 | 12 replies
Kiavi’s fees feel pretty steep, and the process has been slow, but I also know there’s a chance I could end up in the same situation elsewhere.
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30 December 2024 | 8 replies
In a slow market homes sit and rot, they are on the MLS forever and the longer it sits, the lower the price goes to find the sweet spot for just the perfect buyer.
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4 February 2025 | 24 replies
Pretty tied up today, so I might be slow to respond.
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16 January 2025 | 15 replies
However, in some cities, getting work permits is difficult and slow so it can really hurt the investors' timeline through no fault of their own.
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11 January 2025 | 12 replies
Networking is another powerful tool—engage with local real estate groups and seek mentorship to accelerate your learning and build connections that will support your growth.
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29 December 2024 | 9 replies
Our architect has been slow to communicate and get the work done.
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8 January 2025 | 11 replies
Organizational Delays: Section 8 offices are often overworked and understaffed, leading to slow processing times for new tenants, delayed rent increase approvals, and poor responsiveness.Benefits of Section 8:1.Long-Term Tenants: When you get a good tenant, they usually stay for a long time because of the tedious process required to qualify for Section 8 housing.2.Consistent Income: If Section 8 covers most or all of the rent, you typically receive reliable monthly payments, reducing the risk of non-payment (as long as there isn’t a large tenant portion).3.Lower Barrier to Entry: Because properties in these areas are often more affordable, it’s a good way for new investors to break into real estate without needing a large amount of capital.Overall, I’ve seen the good and the bad of this strategy.