
22 February 2025 | 0 replies
One of the biggest mistakes newer investors make is over-rehabbing houses and spending too much money on these low ARV homes.

19 February 2025 | 88 replies
Sure, one can neglect these.

24 February 2025 | 8 replies
There is no point in doing a 1031 exchange if you expect a loss from the transaction.A 1031 is meant to defer your gain.There are numbers which you can analyze and stress which is not easy to analyze.It looks like you are stressed with this investment and I would sell.I personally, however, would look to make the improvement for $10,000 to get one of the other units up and running.

11 February 2025 | 14 replies
Should I add one or two more?

13 February 2025 | 22 replies
Once the baby comes and one more on the way, even better.

11 January 2025 | 11 replies
One thing I suggest doing as you do your research as well is to find a property on AirBnB that you like.

22 February 2025 | 11 replies
Do it yourself with TurboTax (or similar software)If your rental is pretty simple (one property, basic income & expenses), you can learn the basics and still save money.

22 February 2025 | 9 replies
Management & Leasing FeesManagement Fee: 10% of the monthly rent = $180/monthLeasing Fee (Tenant Placement): 60% of one month’s rent = $1,080 (one-time)Lease Renewal Fee: $250 per lease renewalUpfront & Annual FeesOnboarding Fee: $350 (one-time for setting up the property)Annual Administrative Fee: $45 per year (for statements and 1099s)Reserve Fund Requirement: $300 (held for maintenance and expenses)Maintenance & RepairsOrdinary Maintenance: Any repair costs exceeding $300 require owner approval.Emergency Repairs: Up to $300 without prior approval; HVAC, plumbing, and electrical repairs can go up to $500 without approval.Home Warranty Claim Handling: $40 per claim (if applicable).Multiple Quotes Request Fee: $100 per request if you require multiple vendor quotes.HVAC Filter Supply Fee: $195 per year per HVAC unit.Repairs & Improvements: 10% markup over vendor invoice cost.Additional FeesInterest on Unpaid Sums: 10% late fee with a $39 minimum per month.Paper Check Administrative Fee: $20 per check if not using direct deposit.Insurance Documentation Penalty: $40 per month if proof of insurance is not provided.Eviction Protection Program (Optional): $15/monthProperty Damage Protection Program (Optional): $25/monthTermination FeesEarly Termination Fee: Equal to the management fees for the remaining lease term.Vacant Property Termination Fee: $500 if no tenant is in place.Transfer to Another Manager: $500 file transfer fee.

20 February 2025 | 7 replies
I own one rental house in Cypress, but with the current market I have not been able to find another existing single family home to buy that looks like a good investment.

17 February 2025 | 10 replies
When it seems like they have a final bid and no one is willing to increase it, they will often times go talk to the owner for a few minutes.