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1 October 2024 | 6 replies
Many Martis buyers are interested in form over function and the builds can reflect that, with more $ spent on adding square footage and finishes than the details that aren't seen (insulation, ventilation, water management, etc).
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2 October 2024 | 10 replies
Also, most rentals are more about function than form.
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29 September 2024 | 5 replies
This is a prime example of functional obsolescence.
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28 September 2024 | 6 replies
Hi @Tanner KimuraAs you begin to try and invest in different zip codes and areas I would recommend using this website:https://www.areavibes.com/Use this rating and classification system I have created over time to get an idea of the "Class" for the area - A class B class & so onHere is my rating & classification for each livability score.80 and above A+78/79 A76/77 A-74/75 B+72/73 B70/71 B-68/69 C+66/67 C64/65 C-60/63 D59 and below FSECONDLY One thing to remember when you are getting into RE investing is to have your team of people or as Brandon Turner from the Bigger Pockets Podcast calls it your CORE 41.
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30 September 2024 | 9 replies
The use of actual cost records in this approach contributes to the overall accuracy of cost allocations, although issues may still arise as to the proper classification of specific assets.
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30 September 2024 | 2 replies
I recommend focusing on getting a great investment property and disregarding Section 8 in that pursuit because any property can be a Section 8 property, but a lousy investment is lousy regardless of having a Section 8 tenant or not.Section 8 will perform a basic functional and safety inspection for your units after you have an agreement with a Section 8 tenant and your local housing authority.
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1 October 2024 | 5 replies
The next buyer brought in an engineer who had over 20 years experience with older residential homes in Denver and said, "yeah, it's not perfect and certainly not to current code but it will likely continue to function as it has for the past 80 years."
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28 September 2024 | 7 replies
Hubspot is good because the basic functions are free.
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30 September 2024 | 10 replies
Hopefully we'll at least see some property tax breaks for a year or so, with pricing resets.Cash flow on single family or even multi is always a function of leverage.
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25 September 2024 | 9 replies
Key factors in determining the classification include the volume of loans, the partnership’s intent, and the loan values.