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23 January 2025 | 3 replies
The amount of downpayment requirement insures buyers having "skin in the game".
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29 January 2025 | 107 replies
Majority of the houses are old and require frequent repairs in addition to a poor tenant base that can't pay on time and don't care about their credit.
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7 February 2025 | 4 replies
So in all, no real tough spots other than normal aside from not knowing you were required to hire an electrician, but that's unusual anyway.
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28 January 2025 | 2 replies
How are you handling the new LAIC requirement in Cleveland?
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2 February 2025 | 1 reply
.🔹 Airbnb is Facing Increasing Restrictions:New York City has implemented strict rules requiring hosts to register and be physically present, effectively banning many short-term rentals.Dallas and Atlanta have passed zoning laws banning short-term rentals in residential areas.California cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles are ramping up enforcement with hefty fines for non-compliant listings.🔹 Co-Living is Gaining Legal Ground:Colorado eliminated all restrictions on the number of unrelated adults living together statewide as of July 1, 2024, marking a major victory for co-living advocates.This week, Jacksonville Municipal Court ruled in favor of PadSplit, voiding citations for “illegal boarding houses” on constitutional and fair housing grounds.Cities like all over like Washington D.C. are considering zoning reforms to allow more co-living developments as an answer to the housing crisis.As Airbnb restrictions tighten, co-living is emerging as a scalable and legally sound alternative that balances affordability, tenant stability, and community needs.
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7 February 2025 | 3 replies
What’s required for success in this is deep knowledge of real estate in general and the area in particular; experience in real estate and the local laws, etc.; and capital to pay for options, marketing, legal counsel, accounting, tax advise, etc.
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27 January 2025 | 6 replies
Refinancing: If the lender doesn’t approve, refinancing under the LLC might be required, but LLC loans typically come with stricter terms and higher rates.3.
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31 January 2025 | 2 replies
Thankfully, we caught it during the plan review stage, and with a stamped structural design, they got the kitchen of their dreams—without jeopardizing safety or facing surprise delays.Here’s what to think about when renovating:Structural Changes: Even moving a wall can have ripple effects on the stability of your home.HVAC Systems: New layouts might need adjusted airflow or ductwork.Plumbing and Electrical: Moving sinks, showers, or outlets requires careful rerouting to comply with building codes.Before starting demolition or submitting permits, have your plans reviewed by a licensed engineer or architect to avoid costly surprises.
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11 January 2025 | 15 replies
If you ask the manager to justify a fee and he starts hemming and hawing, move on or require them to remove the fee.
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1 February 2025 | 3 replies
At one point, this bear got into the dumpster 5 nights in row requiring us to clean the area each morning.