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26 January 2025 | 2 replies
One of the biggest challenges for everyone involved is being on the same page about the actual time required for maintenance.DIY landlords rarely properly track their time when it comes to property management in general - tracking their true time invested in maintenance is where they perform the worst.Investors that hire PMCs are rarely any better at understanding the true amount of time maintenance takes.
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5 February 2025 | 5 replies
@Jordan Miller - I think to give proper guidance it would be good to share more details on the revenues and expenses on the property.
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23 January 2025 | 11 replies
Keep detailed records of repairs, improvements, and rental income, and consider working with a CPA specializing in real estate to ensure you're taking full advantage of deductions and strategies like passive losses, home office deductions, or even the Qualified Business Income deduction if applicable.Good luck!
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4 February 2025 | 10 replies
-Seller Expectations: Ensure the seller knows and understands what to expect regarding terms and timeline-many sellers are unfamiliar with seller financing.
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8 January 2025 | 11 replies
The best thing you can do is familiarize yourself with Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and ensure your property meets them before your initial inspection.
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15 January 2025 | 5 replies
. - Property type (single-family homes, duplexes, or small multifamily)- Min/max square footage or number of bedrooms and bathrooms- Desired cash flow or ROI metrics to ensure profitability- Property Condition (turnkey, light cosmetic fixes, or heavy rehab)- Neighborhood type (A/B-class areas for appreciation vs.
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4 February 2025 | 6 replies
But you need to educate yourself and know exactly what the remedy is, or you may pay a huge expense for nothing.Any company that's doing a bid will video your line (no cost) so they can properly determine what the issue is.
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20 January 2025 | 7 replies
Whichever strategy you choose, ensure you're adhering to IRS rules about prohibited transactions and working with experienced professionals to structure deals properly.Regarding non-recourse hard money lenders in San Antonio, I don’t have specific recommendations.
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16 January 2025 | 1 reply
What are the best methods to independently verify zoning and land use data to ensure compliance with local regulations?