Michael Plaks
EXPLAINED: How to find a CPA focused on real estate
9 January 2025 | 20 replies
KNOWING real estate (or delivering babies) is a requirement for an expert.
Eileen L.
Commission Fees for Buyer/Seller Agents
12 February 2025 | 18 replies
I do understand being selective on the type of buisness you take, but as an agent we still have a fiduciary duty to our clients to make sure they receive the level of service this price requires.
Natasha Rooney
Fideicomisos VS. Mexican Corporation for STR in Mexico
29 January 2025 | 3 replies
Quote from @Pamela Rivas: Hi Natasha,Here are some key points to consider about setting up a Mexican corporation:Setup Costs: $1,500–$3,000 USDOngoing Costs: $1,000–$2,000 USD/year (accounting and tax filings)Benefits: Tax deductions for expenses like maintenance, repairs, and managementBest for: Multiple properties or income-generating investmentsWhile a corporation is ideal for managing multiple properties, it’s NOT required to obtain an RFC.
Jon Martin
BiggerPockets Real Estate & On the Market are Starting to sound like the same show
17 January 2025 | 3 replies
We hear less BPRE episodes featuring individual investors, and it missing the breadth of STR and LTR knowledge that David Green and Rob brought into the discussion with the guests.
Lucy Ahl
Who governs real estate lenders?
8 February 2025 | 10 replies
No rules to follow on HM investor loans lenders make the rules unless your in one of the about 15 states that requires a license then there is just a few simple docs that must be signed by the borrowre.
Nina Erlandson
Has anyone used Obie Insurance?
10 February 2025 | 59 replies
I have a few dozen rental homes, and I've found that the only master umbrella liability policies my agent can find now require $1 million underlying liability coverage on the landlord policies.
Alex Silang
Umbrella insurance but no personal residence insurance?
30 January 2025 | 3 replies
So I’ve read that unbrella insurance providers require you to use them for car and home.
NA NA
4 plex questions
10 February 2025 | 8 replies
Since you’ll be saving your own living expenses by living in one of the units as required by the VA (to the best of my knowledge.) pretend you are paying rent and it should make your numbers look much better.
Alec Jacobs
How do I your/screen potential tenants effectively?
4 February 2025 | 4 replies
Verify income: Always make sure they make 3 times the money required monthly for rent.
Raymond Kalonji
Are My Screening Criteria Unrealistic for Section 8
30 January 2025 | 5 replies
While having high standards is important, it's worth considering that many Section 8 tenants might not meet requirements like a 640 credit score or $90,000 in household income.