Byron Umana
New to Airbnb Hosting? Here’s a Step-by-Step Guide to Get You Started!
20 January 2025 | 8 replies
It’s inexpensive to provide but can make a big impact.Comfortable Bedding: Investing in high-quality mattresses, pillows, and linens improves the guest experience and leads to better reviews, which can boost occupancy rates.Smart TV or Streaming Services: Offering Netflix, Hulu, or similar services is a low-cost way to enhance guest entertainment and stay competitive.Fully Stocked Kitchen: A well-equipped kitchen with basic appliances and utensils appeals to families and long-term guests, saving them money on dining out.Dedicated Workspace: If your property caters to remote workers, adding a small desk and ergonomic chair can set your listing apart.Outdoor Spaces: If your property allows, an outdoor seating area, fire pit, or hot tub can significantly increase your nightly rate and attract more bookings.Energy-Efficient Features: Guests appreciate eco-friendly options like LED lighting, smart thermostats, or solar panels, especially in eco-conscious markets.Keyless Entry: A smart lock is a relatively small investment but offers convenience and security, which many guests value.If you’re deciding on amenities to add, it’s always a good idea to research your local market.
Franklin Perez
Beginner REAL STATE enthusiastic
31 January 2025 | 8 replies
If you decide to move forward, complete state-required coursework, pass the exam, and find a sponsoring broker.
Ryan Broschard
Property Tax Increase - Fort Mill, SC (Lancaster County)
23 January 2025 | 2 replies
It comes down to how each county handles property tax valuation.To put it in generic terms - a title company & lender will base your initial mortgage payment on the property taxes of the previous owner.
Susan K.
Q on deferred salary to a Solo 401K
30 January 2025 | 6 replies
Yes, as S-Corp owners receiving W-2 wages, employee deferrals to a Solo 401(k) are subject to FICA taxes (Social Security & Medicare).
Paul Zofsak
Condo nightmare HOA issue, need legal advice
27 January 2025 | 4 replies
Your insurance carrier will decide who is liable, and if it is the other insurance carrier then they will file a Coordination of Benefits with the other carrier.
John Jacobs
Actual Cash Value versus Full Repair Cost
20 January 2025 | 5 replies
You can wargame scenarios to decide what you think is best.On the other hand, that is a pretty sizeable rehab budget.
Murtuza Khoja
Considering buying a STR in Kissimmee
29 January 2025 | 3 replies
What percentage of gross revenue does an owner typically keep if they do employ a property manager?
David F.
Co-op appraisal valuation
24 January 2025 | 9 replies
Fractional TICs give owners the financial independence that has been associated with condos, without the need to wait for a condo conversion, a process which can take anywhere from 2 to 10 years depending on the specific requirements for the subject property.
Kwanza P.
Anyone with success setting up and then investing in real estate via an LLC/IRA?
29 January 2025 | 9 replies
I am a rookie investor hoping to purchase my first property within the next 90 days.Kwanza Hi Kwanza,The first thing you'll need to decide is whether or not you want checkbook control of your self directed IRA.
Kiley Costa
Pay Off STR or Invest in Another Property?
11 January 2025 | 9 replies
We're trying to decide whether or not to pay it off or save to buy another property.