Rene Hosman
Ask a MTR professional!
18 January 2025 | 16 replies
If you had one question for a professional house Mid-term Rental host, what would it be??
Henry Lazerow
Two warnings for the Chicago market! Section 8 lawsuits and fake tenants ID's
22 January 2025 | 12 replies
@Greg Scott we're still seeing many competitor ads that violate the new law:(Not sure how so many "professional" PMCs missed this!
Noah McPherson
Long Winter Vacancies
22 January 2025 | 12 replies
I suppose I'll just wait until I find a good applicant and be grateful I won't have a vacancy this time next year.
Rafael Valdor
Renting out my townhouse: DIY vs. PM vs. Realtor
11 January 2025 | 14 replies
As someone who manages over 1,200 properties, I can tell you that proper screening is where professional property managers (PMs) really shine.Here’s why working with a professional PM is worth it:Screening Expertise:Fraud in tenant applications is more common than many realize.
Troy Parker
Renting your first rental to a friend
26 January 2025 | 11 replies
A professional manager can find qualified tenants who respect your home and handle day-to-day issues.
David Williams
Capital gains question
31 January 2025 | 9 replies
Capital gains are calculated as:Sale Price - (Original Purchase Price + Capital Improvements + Selling Costs) - depreciation (if applicable) = Capital GainYour mortgage or HELOC balance does not affect this calculation—it only determines how much cash you take home after the sale.In Massachusetts, if the home was your primary residence for at least 2 out of the last 5 years, you may qualify for the Section 121 Exclusion, allowing you to exclude up to $250,000 (single) or $500,000 (married filing jointly) of the gain from federal capital gains tax.
Nick Connors
Young Professional Looking to Get into Real Estate Investing
31 January 2025 | 9 replies
Hello everyone! I'm a 26 year old from Long Island hoping to acquire my first rental property by the end of the year. I do pretty decent for my age, and I live at home still, so I've been saving up a lot of money. Sad...
Chris Summons
Contracts for Sub Contractors to Sign
14 January 2025 | 4 replies
I encourage you to consult with a qualified attorney to ensure this agreement complies with applicable laws in your area.
Josh Buchanan
Any reviews of RentRedi?
19 January 2025 | 51 replies
Applications were being lost, or the website wasn't permitting tenants to fill them out.