Jerry Zigounakis
First STR Advice
28 January 2025 | 10 replies
Do everything right: To include but not limited to pro photos, professional quality design, durable furnishings.
Amir Portal
Help whit choosing a neighborhoods for BRRRR strategy
28 January 2025 | 10 replies
that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.
Justin R.
Who has moved from QBO to Rentastic (or other RE based software)
27 January 2025 | 17 replies
I know how to use the basic features of QBO, as I do my own expense tracking, but my Bookkeeper is needed for the more complex entries (Loans, capital balances, reconciliation, data entry from PM monthly statements.)I spend almost 8k per year in QBO and Bookkeeping costs (Not including my accountant or tax prep.)
Karen Margrave
What do you think of this concept for Seniors, Students, etc.?
25 January 2025 | 5 replies
Their expansion is a $96 million dollar expansion, but doesn't include any housing for their students.
Dallas Smith
Selling 2 properties
24 January 2025 | 5 replies
It's important to note that you cannot include your primary residence in a 1031 exchange, as it must be held for personal use rather than investment or business purposes.However, your primary residence may qualify for the Section 121 tax exclusion if you've lived there for at least 2 of the last 5 years.
Jonathan Small
50% Rule vs DSCR > which do you use to calculate a good rental
15 January 2025 | 4 replies
Though at 1525/mth it is projected to cashflow a little less than 100/mth -- the numbers do not include what I like to call reality numbers (vacancy loss, maintenance, capex reserves).
Rebeca Moreno
Buying my first multi-family unit
17 January 2025 | 9 replies
I'm sure many here, including myself, would be happy to discuss potential opportunities with you.
Andy Wang
Should I sell my note? 1.2M @ 8.5% for 4.5 yrs
27 January 2025 | 7 replies
Here are some general guidelines: Lien Position1st Position LienEquityMinimum Down Payment of 20-25% (a 30% equity to sale price is preferred)Down Payment made in certified funds and not borrowedMaximum Funding of 70% ITV (Investment to Value)SeasoningMinimum of two monthly payments already made12 months or more preferredPayer CreditCredit Score of 650 or higherNo major derogatory trade lines (No 90-180+ days delinquent, foreclosure, repossession, bankruptcy, etc.)No decline in credit since purchase of businessTermsPrefer 60 months or lessMaximum of 72 monthsNo Balloon Payment preferredCash FlowBusiness has positive cash flow1.25 debt service coverage ratio preferred.DocumentationPersonal guarantee from a creditworthy individualStandard documents including Note, Security Agreement, and UCC-1 filing.Tax Returns on the business that substantiate profit and loss statements.OtherPayment history current and verifiablePayer Interview indicating buyer is satisfied with business and comfortable making paymentsMotivation for selling the note is not a result of a deteriorating businessConsideration of high risk businesses or geographic areasIn these situations, sometimes a partial is a better option.
Mitch Davidson
New STR Restrictions Coming for the Asheville Area
17 January 2025 | 40 replies
This is a common theme across the country with many municipalities enacting similar restrictions including where I am located in Philadelphia.
Ken M.
Creative Financing and Some Things To Know
13 January 2025 | 1 reply
Some types of Creative Financing include: Seller/Owner Financing, Land Contract, Wrap, Assumption, Subto, Lease Option, Contract for Deed.