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3 February 2025 | 0 replies
Hello BP,The Producer Price Index (PPI) is a valuable metric to monitor, as it measures inflation from a business perspective (what businesses pay for services/goods) that isn't always reflected in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or "inflation" which is commonly discussed in headlines and among other investors.
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6 February 2025 | 12 replies
In this post, I will explain the criteria and the information sources.Income requirements for financial independence:Rents increase faster than inflation: Inflation erodes the value of money over time, causing prices for goods and services to rise.
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1 February 2025 | 10 replies
If you asked me to run a ton of properties, I would still be happy to do it, I may just charge a service fee at some point.
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13 February 2025 | 17 replies
Spa-like bathrooms, high-end bedding, statement decor, and concierge-style extras (welcome baskets, in-house spa services, etc.) help justify premium rates.4️⃣ Adventure Travelers – They want gear storage, outdoor-friendly spaces, and rugged yet stylish design.
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27 January 2025 | 7 replies
There are some great suggestions here on down payment, interest rate, servicing, and underwriting the borrower.
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11 February 2025 | 6 replies
You could make this work ST, MT or LT, depending on how you approach it - the key with unique grounds is owner-provided upkeep and service built into the listing and what permits allow.
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19 January 2025 | 21 replies
Contrary to most business lending, the REI industry has a lot of "non-bank" lenders that provide attractive loans that can lower your cost of capital and improve your profit/cash flow.
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1 February 2025 | 56 replies
A good attorney, RMLO, and servicing company play a big part of this. .
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1 February 2025 | 7 replies
We were able to get a full assessment with suggestions to improve the terrain and building in order to support fire prevention.