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Drew Sygit Why are Newbies Using Invalid Investment Assumptions from 5+ Years Ago?
2 February 2025 | 20 replies
Yeah, various factors kept adjusting but for majority part it was the same sport. 2020, everything changed.
Ben Callahan Californian new to REI - looking for out-of-state rental property
6 February 2025 | 34 replies
Keep the other factors in mind besides just the cashflow and equity appreciation calculation.
Andrew Lawlor STR to Custom Home Builds
17 January 2025 | 19 replies
. :)  these are not credit score loans ( I mean I have a credit score) but thats just a formality its all about capital and relationships with your bankers and deposit relationships thats key as well.Yes your relationships with sub contractors will be a huge factor in profitability, both direct and indirect. 
Troy F. Does anyone use VRBO or Airbnb dynamic pricing?
9 January 2025 | 15 replies
That means their pricing tool is designed to price beneath the rest of the market, which drags the entire market down, especially when combined with their algorithm changes a couple years ago that made pricing (IE lower prices) the #1 factor in ranking.Even if you use an external pricing tool, it gets dragged down by the people using Airbnb's pricing. 
Vanja Dimitrijevic Cash out refinance primary residence to buy another
8 January 2025 | 8 replies
Additionally, have a clear budget, factoring in potential repair costs, and ensure you understand the rules about earnest money deposits and closing deadlines.LLC for Real Estate Investing: Forming an LLC for rental properties can offer liability protection and may provide tax advantages, though the tax benefits are non-existence for rentals.
Alex Patton Refinance DSCR Advice
3 February 2025 | 26 replies
I've included an example below to help illustrate this.So different lenders have different rates (which do vary even for DSCR loans) but these are factors they all consider.See example below:DSCR < 1Principal + Interest = $1,700Taxes = $350, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $50Total PITIA = $2200Rent = $2000DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2000/2200 = 0.91Since the DSCR is 0.91, we know the expenses are greater than the income of the property.DSCR >1Principal + Interest = $1,500Taxes = $250, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $25Total PITIA = $1875 Rent = $2300DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2300/1875 = 1.23If a purchase, you also generally need reserves / savings to show you have 3-6 month payments of PITIA (principal / interest (mortgage payment), property taxes and insurance and HOA (if applicable).
Cesar Avila Advice on Renovate and Buy vs. Upgrade and Sell
4 January 2025 | 1 reply
.• Use some equity from the sale to make this transition smoother.I’m torn between maintaining our current home as an asset and buying  a new smaller house to use as a rental after we move back in versus simplifying and focusing on a single upgraded property Considering factors like market trends, potential equity growth, and quality of life, which path do you think would be most beneficial?
Josh Smith Help me choose amongst 2 SFH tenants!
6 January 2025 | 5 replies
A local couple who’se combined income is 300K and who sponsored the family’s immigration to US is willing to be co-signers for the family of 5.I am thinking that Party2 will put more miles on the house and may be harder to deal with in case of any complaints or eviction, though I am not an experienced landlord so I am not sure what are the factors to evaluate or what all can go wrong?
Evan Coopersmith Looking to buy a multifamily property in 2025
14 January 2025 | 19 replies
As an new investor you should consider which factor is higher risk - proximity or market dynamics. 
Kadeem Kamal Boilers heating costs ruining my analysis
4 January 2025 | 1 reply
If you’re looking at retrofitting to separate heating for each unit (like furnaces or mini-splits), you might be looking at a higher upfront cost, but it can shift utility expenses to tenants and improve your NOI.I’d factor in boiler age and efficiency when analyzing deals and if it’s near the end of its life, negotiate a price reduction or a credit.