If youre considering a 2nd lien, you'll want to analyze A) the blended rate between the two loans (this will be weighted, not an arithmetic average), B) the amount of time the 2nd lien will be outstanding, and C) the amortization on both loans.

Sure I have doubts now that I’m midway through renovations…but I feel the contacts I’ve gained in a new city (electricians, plumbers, etc) are worth their weight in gold.

We are currently under contract and set to close on March 10th however, Saluda Grade is not agreeing on a reduction in Payoff to help put some money back into my pocket that I lost over time.  

If the study identifies significant short-life assets (5-, 7-, or 15-year property), you may be able to take bonus depreciation (currently 60% in 2024, phasing to 40% in 2025), which could offset taxable income, including potential boot taxes.Key considerations:Cash boot: If you didn’t reinvest all cash proceeds, the IRS considers the leftover amount as taxable gain.Debt boot: If your new property has a lower mortgage, the IRS views the reduction as a taxable benefit, unless you offset it by adding additional cash.Cost segregation: Accelerating depreciation reduces taxable income but does not directly offset boot taxes.

Prioritize Communication with Your TenantsWhy: They’re directly affected, and maintaining trust is essential to prevent disputes.How:Sincerely apologize and keep them informed about the steps you’re taking (even if progress is slow).Consider offering additional compensation (like another rent reduction, covering temporary shower solutions, or a gym membership for shower access).Document everything in writing to show your good-faith efforts, this can protect you legally if tensions rise.2.

So, if interest rates are a buyer’s primary roadblock, then I recommend negotiating a rate buydown at a seller’s expense or looking at new construction, where builders are offering rate reductions and other substantial incentives.What if I’m a seller?

A great Realtor is still worth their weight in gold though, but IMO, they are only 10 - 20%...

I'm wondering if a more budget-friendly option, like the RHEEM water softener (42,000 Grain Preferred Plus Water Softener for Hard Water and Iron Reduction) available at Home Depot for around $500, would be sufficient.Has anyone had experience with similar DIY water softeners?

The residential lease market in Washington, DC, from January 2024 to January 2025 has experienced some changes:Units Listed: The number of units listed decreased by 78, a 15.92% decrease, from 490 to 412.Listed Median Price: The listed median price increased by $175, a 6.19% increase, from $2,825 to $3,000.Units Leased: The number of units leased decreased by 58, a 19.86% decrease, from 292 to 234.Sold Median Price: The sold median price increased by $100, a 3.51% increase, from $2,850 to $2,950.Summary: A decrease in units listed and leased indicates a reduction in supply and demand year over year.

We also have many unique buyer incentives where an investor can get up to a 10% price reduction to come into immediate equity, or get that 10% as a cash back at closing to reduce your down payment and increase your ROI, or buy rates down into the low 4s on 30yr loans to maximize cash flow.