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2 February 2025 | 6 replies
Is your DSCR ratio greater than 1-meaning are you cash flowing (according to the lender's criteria of mortgage, property taxes and insurance (and HOA) if applicable).
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11 January 2025 | 1 reply
Closings that have been scheduled have been moved several times because they do not cooperate.
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27 January 2025 | 23 replies
(I REALLY can’t stand state income taxes.
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22 January 2025 | 25 replies
It is your first year when you get the major tax savings windfall due to cost segregation and bonus depreciation.
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4 February 2025 | 3 replies
could be just like a regular deal, but if you're up for pitching, presenting and educating a seller on the tax and other advantages of seller financing, you just might turn it into a seller finance deal.
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27 January 2025 | 7 replies
. - Taxes are on the higher side at $6,000 yearMy Numbers: $115,000 putting 20% of my money $23,000 and finance the rest with total expense of $1,834Monthly expense numbers: Future Maintenance 13% $273 - Vacancy 5% $105 - Property Insurance 5% $105 - Property Taxes 23% $500 - Property management 10% $215 - Office/Travel/Legal 4% $84 - Mortgage 26% $552 - Monthly Cash Flow - $316 per month or $3,792 per year so Cash on Cash = 17%I think this looks like it is a deal worth doing and I also believe I can bump the total rent up by $50 each tenant which I think make it even better.
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25 January 2025 | 17 replies
Tax structuring and LLC advice you can get for a paid fee too.
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3 February 2025 | 12 replies
At least now your tax basis is $220k ;-) What was the extent of the repairs?
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24 January 2025 | 0 replies
.- Property Transfer Tax (Grunderwerbsteuer): 3.5-6.5%, depending on the region- Land Registration Fees: Approximately 0.5-1.5%.- Realtor Fees: As mentioned, these range from 3-7% of the purchase price, plus VAT.Benefits for Service Members- Equity Building: Owning property builds equity over time, providing long-term financial security.- Strong Rental Potential: If reassigned, you can rent the property out in Germany high-demand rental market.- Tax Advantages: Germany offers tax deductions for property owners, which can help offset some costs.Key TakeawaysService members have a unique opportunity to buy property in Germany with minimal upfront costs.
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25 January 2025 | 15 replies
I'd also add to that that you are paying a 20% withholding tax on gross rental income.