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Karolina Powell Questions to ask when touring a multi family
21 July 2024 | 12 replies
Ask about the maintenance history.Units: Visit as many individual units as possible to assess their condition and note any necessary repairs or updates.Structural Issues: Be vigilant about signs of water damage, mold, or pests, which could indicate larger problems.Safety Compliance: Verify that the property meets all local safety and building codes, including fire alarms, extinguishers, and emergency exits.Financial and Operational AspectsRent Roll: Request a detailed rent roll to understand current rents, lease terms, and tenant occupancy.Expenses: Get a breakdown of all operating expenses, including utilities, maintenance, insurance, property management fees, and taxes.Income Verification: Ask for historical income statements (preferably 12 months or more) to verify the revenue.Vacancy Rates: Inquire about the historical and current vacancy rates and how they compare to the market average.Tenant Profile: Understand the tenant mix, including residential versus commercial tenants, lease lengths, and tenant turnover rates.Property Management: Find out if the property is currently managed by a professional management company and if you will retain or replace them.Legal and ComplianceZoning Laws: Ensure the property complies with current zoning laws and inquire about any zoning changes that may affect the property.Rent Control: Determine if the property is subject to rent control or other regulations that could impact income.Permits and Licenses: Check that all necessary permits and licenses are up to date.Value-Add PotentialRenovation Opportunities: Identify areas where you could add value through renovations or upgrades.Rent Increases: Assess the potential for increasing rents based on market rates and property improvements.Additional Income: Explore opportunities for additional income streams, such as laundry facilities, parking fees, or storage rentals.Environmental ConsiderationsEnvironmental Hazards: Check for any environmental issues like asbestos, lead paint, or underground storage tanks.Flood Zones: Verify if the property is in a flood zone and the implications for insurance and risk.Questions to Ask the SellerReason for Selling: Understand the seller’s motivation to gauge the urgency and possible negotiation points.Recent Repairs and Improvements: Ask about any recent capital expenditures and future planned repairs.Tenant Relations: Inquire about the relationship with tenants and any ongoing disputes or issues.Due DiligenceProfessional Inspection: Hire a professional inspector to conduct a thorough examination of the property.Appraisal: Obtain an independent appraisal to verify the property’s market value.Legal Review: Have a real estate attorney review all contracts, leases, and legal documents related to the property.By covering these aspects, you’ll be in a stronger position to make an informed decision about your potential investment.
William Jett Turnipseed Hello, Just starting out.
20 July 2024 | 2 replies
The vast majority of lawsuits against Landlords are for wrongful eviction, security deposit disputes, and Fair Housing Violations.
Sunghee Shin Section 8 Investment in Detroit Michigan
22 July 2024 | 38 replies
PM’s like you love to talk about Transparency and integrity but are just the opposite and are more smoke and mirrors than anything worthy.More than likely you haven’t even placed a section 8 tenant in years nevermind appealed, disputed or challenged the section 8 rent that was initially approved in order to get even higher section 8 rent and maximize the rent as we do with many of our properties and those properties we deliver to our clients.I really dont even have anymore time for this with players like you but what I do know is what we are delivering to our clients as well as our section 8 tenants day in and day out, case in by case out, and the one thing we realized a long time ago is that every case is unique and there are always exceptions with the right checks and balances.
Jay Hinrichs national rent control
22 July 2024 | 120 replies
Even in regards to how you count population in the beginning, to get to a resolution, they had to create the 3/5ths clause so that they would count enslaved people, not as whole people, but partially to gain increased representation for the south.
Jacob Ross Finding a partner
18 July 2024 | 1 reply
When each of you have equal “power”, disputes can be frustrating.  
Aaron Wilkins Best way to become landlord without an LLC
18 July 2024 | 7 replies
The vast majority of lawsuits against Landlords are for wrongful eviction, security deposit disputes, and Fair Housing Violations.
King Kramer Looking for feedback on Anderson Business Advisors
16 July 2024 | 8 replies
I will provide an update when I hear back or have substantial resolution to my issues.
Terrilynn Kelley FHA 203K non Streamline project...hired a contractor who's not responsive
15 July 2024 | 5 replies
If there are any disputes or outstanding payments to the OG Contractor, your replacement contractor will not get paid anything until the dispute(s) is resolved.You should really hire a Certified 203k Contractor. 
Nick Bradshaw How to get started with house hacking.
14 July 2024 | 11 replies
This matters when you start evicting your neighbors and having tenant disputes.
Glen Friedman Fund That Flip (FTF) - 87% LOSS - be careful
16 July 2024 | 15 replies
This process has just begun, and it is unclear how long it may take to get to a resolution.