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14 December 2024 | 4 replies
Anything smaller may not attract larger investors or offer the economies of scale needed for profitability.Design Style: BTR developments often consist of attached townhomes, usually with features like garages and a more upscale design to appeal to renters looking for something between an apartment and a single-family home.Location Factors: The success of your development depends heavily on location.
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19 December 2024 | 22 replies
Fast-forward to now, and they’ve seen consistent returns while still being close to everything San Diego has to offer.In hindsight, leveraging direct mail campaigns and off-market deals also proved to be a winning strategy for some investors.
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11 December 2024 | 2 replies
Proper documentation and consistent reporting are crucial to ensure compliance with IRS requirements.
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11 December 2024 | 13 replies
@Zachary Sakena Purchasing properties through an LLC is all you truthfully need and that is more for business planning than anything else (if you consistently follow through on the items I previously shared).
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9 December 2024 | 7 replies
I too am confused by the “It won’t look consistent to the tenant or to the accountant.”
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13 December 2024 | 5 replies
This can lead to consistent limit increases every quarter, which opens up even more opportunities for growth.Having good rapport or a strong relationship with a credible accountant to help simplify and oversee this process is an amazing idea and highly recommended.
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12 December 2024 | 3 replies
Being able to drive by your properties frequently to see them in person (even if you have a property manager) can provide consistent peace of mind.
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13 December 2024 | 9 replies
However, make sure to research thoroughly—there are many providers in the market, but not all have the experience or track record you’d want.For consistent cash flow and long-term appreciation, look into areas in the Southeast.
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13 December 2024 | 2 replies
Be consistent with payments and work with vendors that report to bureaus.Personal Guarantees: Many lenders require a personal guarantee until your business has a solid track record.
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10 December 2024 | 5 replies
However, I am running into a consistent issue - currently I am using REIPro's built-in skip tracing software, but it seems a decent amount of the numbers this program pulls are disconnected or are not the right person (I.E.