-Sauna-Hot Tub-Patio/courtyard (large cement tiles on crushed bluestone with lighting, natural gas line to bbq)-Secondary patio off primary suite-Losing sq feet in the primary bedroom to enlarge the bathroom-High grade cabinets-Appliances with cabinet fronts-High end appliances (Viking/Miele instead of GE Cafe)-Outdoor shower (teak box walls with a dry well beneath the footprint)-Wiring for Cat6 to every room-Wiring for surround speakers (or including the speakers that are built into the walls)-Sonos whole-home audio system-Hardwired cameras (with on-site storage) to the exterior of the house-Smart features: thermostats are a given, but how about light fixtures, switches, aromatherapy, fans ... anything else?

If you're going for a larger rehab, adding an ADU or doing an enlargement also provides a good return, although it is smaller than what we've seen before, around 50% ROI.We're a private lender in Kansas City. 

However, one of the golden rules of investing "don't fall in love with your properties" could be enlarged to "don't fall in love with a location/country". the fact that you love a country doesn't make it a great location to invest in real estate, especially if you're an investor.

We are now in Q3, and it is a good time to check in on the Las Vegas investment market's performance for the first half.Before proceeding, note that the charts only include properties that fit the following criteria unless stated otherwise.Type: Single-familyConfiguration: 1,000 SF to 3,000 SF, 2+ bedrooms, 2+ baths, 2+ garages, minimum lot size is 3,000 SF, one or two stories.Price range: $320,000 to $475,000Location: All zip codes marked in green below have one or more of our client’s investment properties (click to enlarge).How’s the Market Doing in 2024?

I initially took a neutral stance, but you keeping enlarging this perceived bullying.  

It contains more detailed information on investing insights, analytics, and, particularly, investing in Las Vegas.Before proceeding, note that the charts only include properties that fit the following criteria unless stated otherwise.Type: Single-familyConfiguration: 1,000 SF to 3,000 SF, 2+ bedrooms, 2+ baths, 2+ garages, minimum lot size is 3,000 SF, one or two stories.Price range: $320,000 to $475,000Location: All zip codes marked in green below have one or more of our client’s investment properties (click to enlarge).Overall Las Vegas Real Estate Market InventoryThe chart below, provided by the MLS, includes all property types and price ranges.The inventory level continued its downward trajectory, significantly lower YoY.Rental Market TrendsThe charts below are only relevant to the property profile that we target.Rentals - Median $/SF by Month$/SF remained unchanged from March, now at the highest level in the last 13 months.

I believe a subsequent bill allows more than 150’ even when setbacks are not satisfied if the footprint is not enlarged (such as adding a second story).There are a lot of ADU laws.  

. ;-)2023 Was The Worst Year On Record For Existing Home SalesClick to enlarge Yes, I said even in 2022 that 2023 will have low transactional volume. 

They purchased it for $3m, put $750k into it, we expect it to appraise for $5m, and are seeking loan proceeds of $3m.Here are three commercial mortgages that might be a good fit (click to enlarge, if necessary):Not listed there, but from left to right: Points are 1.25, 1.5, and 1.Prepayment penalties are 5 years, no, and no.The way to read "3/25, 15 years maturity" is that the rate is fixed for 3 years then adjusts, it has a 25 year amortization, and a balloon payment at the 15 year mark. 

The primary airport cannot easily be enlarged.