Julio Gonzalez
How AI is Impacting Real Estate Investors
22 October 2024 | 7 replies
Financial powerhouses like Bloomberg and Blackrock both have and are implementing AI in their Terminal and Aladdin suites.The story of IBM and Apple/Microsoft and the evolution of technology teaches us that some things are inevitable.
James Sedano
Need advice on setting up a trust and funding with assets
17 October 2024 | 5 replies
Find out what is included in the price that you were quoted from each practitioner- because you may not be making an apples to apples comparison based on just the prices- although they might all be offering the same thing at different prices.Good Luck!
Chris Berry
Section 8 tenant thoughts
24 October 2024 | 33 replies
That's how many of the larger complexes get funding to buy and rehab buildings,, that the normal small investor can not afford.Section 8 like other government programs has difficult aspects to it to manage, the people on section 8 are like a bushel of apples, some good some rotten to the core, and when mixed together the entire bushel tends to go rotten if the rotten apples aren't tossed out of the bushel.LOTS of paperwork and inspections and the inspectors are just as complicated as the tenants sometimes.
Henry Lazerow
Recommendation for insurance property in LLC?
13 October 2024 | 2 replies
Also important to compare apples to apples.
AJ Smith
PML > CDs All Day Long
14 October 2024 | 8 replies
I had someone message me about my debt fund and was like "not FDIC insured", no kidding - you are comparing apples and oranges and thus their is a risk premium for investing.
Jay Hinrichs
latest Mortgage scam BROKERS beware. HM Brokers take note
24 October 2024 | 10 replies
But they approved me way to fast without enough questions so even though it was only 10k I just felt I would never get the loan and lose my 10k.. had another scammer drag me to NYC for the dog and pony at least I got a trip to the big apple out of it :)
Fabricio James
"Best Areas to Invest in Real Estate: Texas and Florida Edition"
13 October 2024 | 0 replies
Here are some areas in Texas and Florida that are currently attractive for real estate investment due to economic growth, population increase, and urban development:In Texas:Austin:Reason: It's a tech hub that continues to attract major companies like Tesla, Oracle, and Apple, driving demand for housing.Opportunities: Residential properties, multifamily units, and commercial real estate.Dallas-Fort Worth:Reason: This is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the U.S., with a diversified economy and a strong job market.Opportunities: Multifamily developments, long-term rental properties, and flipping projects.Houston:Reason: Known for its oil industry, Houston has diversified its economy into technology, healthcare, and manufacturing.Opportunities: Commercial and industrial real estate investments, as well as residential projects.San Antonio:Reason: It's experiencing continuous infrastructure growth and is more affordable compared to Austin and Dallas.Opportunities: Affordable housing and expanding development projects.In Florida:Orlando:Reason: Orlando’s tourism industry continues to drive growth, alongside its rising status as a tech and medical hub.Opportunities: Short-term rental properties, multifamily developments, and new residential construction.Tampa Bay:Reason: Tampa is experiencing a population boom and is considered one of the best places for job growth in Florida.Opportunities: Waterfront properties, new housing developments, and commercial real estate.Miami:Reason: As an international business hub, Miami is attractive to both investors and high-net-worth individuals looking for luxury real estate.Opportunities: High-end residential and commercial properties, luxury condos, and fix & flip projects.Sarasota:Reason: Known for its beaches and quality of life, Sarasota attracts retirees and families, boosting its real estate market.Opportunities: Residential developments, vacation rentals, and waterfront properties.
Joe Scott
Tax return size --- an audit flag?
18 October 2024 | 8 replies
I imagine some bad apples will do this and charge by the page rather than the complexity, but I'd like to think that the majority operate in good faith.
Matt R.
Bitcoin is 10k again what are you going to do now?
12 November 2024 | 552 replies
And if your answer is “give it time,” you should bear in mind that Bitcoin has been around since 2009, which makes it ancient by tech standards; Apple introduced the iPad in 2010.
Ryan Rabbitt
Employer does not match 401k - should I invest?
14 October 2024 | 24 replies
First, your return comparison is likely not an apples to apples comparison.