Julio Gonzalez
Real Estate Grants
19 November 2024 | 6 replies
But most importantly, they do not need to be paid back.Funding Sources:Local Government/MunicipalitiesState GovernmentPrivate FoundationsFederal GovernmentFamily OfficesCorporationsWhen applying for a grant, ensure you have an understanding of the details such as eligibility, your project readiness, the purpose, funding amount, areas of funding, limitations and deadlines for the application.The prime candidates for a grant are 1) those developing a real estate project or physical space, 2) scaled non-profits and 3) certified non-minority owned businesses.Ensure you are able to provide the following documents before applying for the grant:Show site control through documentationA project description or business planConceptual drawings or renderings of the physical spaceProfessionally prepared budgets for the company and projectWhat does the grant application process look like?
Sheena Varghese
Flip taking longer than a year and tax implications
22 November 2024 | 12 replies
Renovation costs are capitalized and added to the property’s basis, reducing taxable profit (sale price minus adjusted basis and selling expenses).
Jorge Vazquez
I am wondering about a "sewer scope." Thoughts?
25 November 2024 | 18 replies
On the other property seller adjusted sale price.
Deborah Wodell
Fix & Flip or Fix & Hold?
21 November 2024 | 4 replies
I’d love to hear your strategies and any examples of when you’ve successfully adjusted course!
Valerie Bowman
Blanket/Portfolio Loans and buying an 8 unit with a single family next door
20 November 2024 | 13 replies
As for structuring the deal, proposing to buy the single-family in cash with an adjusted purchase price could be a win-win, especially if you frame it as maintaining the seller's cash position for their settlement.
Jake Hughes
Cost Segregation Study
17 November 2024 | 7 replies
I definitely recommend that you seek out a Certified Cost Segregation Professional so that you are confident in the quality of the work performed and the deliverables produced.
Andrew McManamon
Investing in Bitcoins
9 December 2024 | 98 replies
This fact makes it possible to easily adjust the LTV ratio and protect the lender’s investment.
Don Konipol
The Big Difference in Passive vs. Active Investing
27 November 2024 | 10 replies
I came up with a list of protections, and the syndicators I'm working with are eager to make adjustments to accommodate my requirements.
Jon Ful
Cost Segregation (San Diego, CA)
17 November 2024 | 9 replies
I definitely recommend that you seek out a Certified Cost Segregation Professional so that you are confident in the quality of the work performed and the deliverables produced.
Edward Zachary Samperio
San Antonio STR Regulations: Summary of Findings and Next Steps
19 November 2024 | 1 reply
After reviewing the latest ordinances, reports, and city guidelines, here’s a summary of my findings as of 11/18/2024:Key FindingsPermit Types and Fees:Type 1 (Owner-Occupied): $300 for 3 years.Type 2 (Non-Owner-Occupied): $450 for 3 years.Density caps apply to Type 2 permits (12.5% of block face).Enforcement:3 violations in 3 years lead to permit revocation.Fines up to $500/day for violations.Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT):City: 9%, County: 1.75%, State: 6%.Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO will remit directly to the city starting Feb 2025.Platform Obligations:STRs must have valid permits; unpermitted properties will be removed by platforms like Airbnb.Special Exceptions for Density Limits:Require approval by the Board of Adjustment (BOA).Zip Code BreakdownI focused on these 11 zip codes:Under San Antonio Rules:78205, 78204, 78215, 78210, 78212, 78245, 78258Independent Municipalities (Separate Rules):Alamo Heights (78209)Leon Valley (78238)Helotes (78023)Next Steps:Research density caps and zoning in specific zip codes.Dive into independent municipality rules for Alamo Heights, Leon Valley, and Helotes.Evaluate market maturity and income potential using tools like AirDNA.If anyone has experience operating STRs in San Antonio or these specific zip codes, I’d love to hear your insights, especially about density limits, enforcement trends, or community sentiment.Thanks in advance!