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Jonathan Small 50% Rule vs DSCR > which do you use to calculate a good rental
15 January 2025 | 4 replies
However, they approach financial health from different angles.The 50% Rule is a quick estimate that suggests operating expenses (excluding mortgage principal and interest) will roughly equal 50% of the property's gross income.The DSCR is a more precise calculation (Net Operating Income / Total Debt Service) that determines if a property generates enough income to cover its debt obligations.Deal example:- Class C middle class neighborhood- 4bd / 2ba single family house- ARV: 190k- Purchase: 105k- Rehab: 35k- Market rent: $1,400-1,525- Section 8: $1,475- Property manager: 10%- Taxes: 125 month- Insurance $1250 yr- HOA: $55 month- purchased and rehabbed with all cash.
Eric McClintock Houston based broker/agent with experience working with investors
13 January 2025 | 5 replies
Send me a Direct Message so we can determine if we are a good fit to work together and help you flip more properties in the Houston, Texas Area.I have a straight to the point and no BS approach so you will find some values when you reach out.Thank you 
Destiney E Goins Destiney Goins- new to investing
13 January 2025 | 5 replies
If you ever decide you want a more passive approach, there are turnkey companies out there that handle everything for you.
Joshua D. rei accelerator program
23 January 2025 | 20 replies
The lone ranger approach works for some people, and I'm certainly not saying this is the only way or the "right way" to success, but for me and others in the community, it has been valuable and rewarding.
Thomas Farrell BRRRR with ~400k Capital
18 January 2025 | 16 replies
Can try to reposition to Class B, but neighborhood may impede these efforts.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.
Nichole Stohler I finally moved to a self-directed IRA and here’s what happened
23 January 2025 | 16 replies
I liked his perspective, his approach to investing and his “voice”.
Lisa Oliver Best advice for finding plumbers, handymen
21 January 2025 | 10 replies
You could start with your agent or a local agent who supports investors and could have contacts to refer to you.Lastly, you could consider negotiating with a local PM to take on a hybrid approach to management.  
Noah Laker TAXES: Divorced client wants to sell
17 January 2025 | 3 replies
This approach simplifies the sale and avoids unnecessary legal or tax complications.If she want to share the proceeds and tax obligation in a technical way, she need to file a partnership return for this property.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.
Rory Darcy out of state investor wanting to invest in wisconsin or illinois
27 January 2025 | 12 replies
Can try to reposition to Class B, but neighborhood may impede these efforts.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.
Bryan Hartlen Anyone have good experiences with their property management company?
18 January 2025 | 11 replies
As a result, this isn’t the kind of market that attracts top-tier PM talent.Your best solution might be to either:1.Take on self-management if possible (and if you’re willing to put in the time/effort).2.Find an individual you can trust to handle these properties, set up very specific instructions and processes, micro-manage them initially to ensure standards are met, and compensate them well to make it worth their while.This approach requires more oversight on your part but can yield better results in markets like this.