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Pamela Rivas Can foreigners buy Real Estate in Mexico? Legal process explained!
23 January 2025 | 5 replies
That’s correct, a foreigner can buy property through a Mexican corporation, which is a great option for those investing in multiple properties or running a rental business.Key Points I'd like to add to your post:Setup Costs: $1,500–$3,000 USD.Ongoing Costs: $1,000–$2,000 USD/year for accounting and tax filings.Benefits: Allows tax deductions for expenses like maintenance, repairs, and management.Best for: Multiple properties or income-generating investments.For a single property for personal use, a fideicomiso is often simpler and more cost-effective due to its lower maintenance requirements and feesUltimately, choosing between a corporation and a fideicomiso comes down to your investment strategy.
Clarase Mika Why Americans Should Be Investing in German Real Estate: An In-Depth White Paper
24 January 2025 | 0 replies
Rental income is subject to tax, but it is also possible to deduct many costs related to owning and maintaining rental property, including property management fees, repairs, and mortgage interest payments.Additionally, for those investors holding properties in Germany for the long-term, the country's capital gains tax law is attractive.
Nhan Phan Learn how to find profitable long term rentals
13 January 2025 | 6 replies
Turnkey properties are already renovated and tenant-ready, meaning you can focus on the investment side rather than dealing with major repairs
Mike Terry Help Evaluating a small multifamily
18 January 2025 | 12 replies
With my own portfolio I generally underwrite with 10% for repairs, 10% for cap ex, 5 percent for vacancy. 
Ryan Treacy What Do I Need to Know to Be a Landlord in Indianapolis, Indiana?
21 January 2025 | 4 replies
Focus on areas with strong rental demand, like Broad Ripple, Fountain Square, or near universities like Butler and IUPUI.Maintenance Costs: Indiana weather can be tough on properties, so budget for seasonal maintenance like snow removal and HVAC servicing.Additional AdviceKeep an Emergency Fund: Unexpected repairs or vacancies can arise, so having 3-6 months of expenses saved will help you weather any surprises.Build a Reliable Team: I have lists of contractors, handymen, cleaners and property managers if you'd like me to send.Good luck with your property and future expansion!
Adrian Sopher My Story; Life, Mistakes, and Opportunities!
19 January 2025 | 2 replies
Discussing options with my wife, we are looking to take ownership of the house, make some much-needed repairs, and getting it rented out.
Landon Sheveland Common Mistakes/ Beginner (Fix and Flip)
4 February 2025 | 11 replies
Also, prioritize repairs over aesthetics if anything structural or foundational needs attention.
Gloria C. Best zip codes for investing in Huntsville?
10 January 2025 | 11 replies
It's an estimated cash on cash return given current rental rates subtract expenses assuming 7% interest rate, 10% management fee, 5% repairs, 5% capex and other expenses like mortgage, insurance, tax. it's a estimate to tell you what properties to analyze vs ignoreyou can see the are pockets of negative returns as well as pockets of positive return. this is to supplement the data @Devin Conley provided
India H. 1st time REI ready to make first purchase!
16 January 2025 | 10 replies
What is your draw fee & benchmarks for the repairs portion of the borrowed money?
Jorge Vazquez Sign on rental properties yes or not?
15 January 2025 | 10 replies
If you're planning an open house at a vacant listing, know that you've just let the general public know that it is just that - vacant.Better safe than evicting/repairing...