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26 January 2025 | 9 replies
Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).
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20 January 2025 | 8 replies
Investing in your self improvement is wonderful most people do not have the mindset for growth.
13 January 2025 | 7 replies
If you can’t find something with significantly better returns, holding might be your best option.Alternative to sellingIf you’re hesitant to sell but want to improve returns, check if the current rent is at market rate.
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19 January 2025 | 2 replies
Line Item Fee Collected Rents 10% of All Collected Rents New Tenant Search & Onboarding $500 Business Hour Service Calls $80/hour + Materials Cost + Tax After Hour Service Calls $110/hour + Materials Cost + Tax HVAC Cleaning & InspectionGutter CleaningSpring/Fall Exterior CleanupSeasonal Mowing & Weed TrimmingSeasonal Snow PlowingGeneral Contractor Vendor Cost + 10% Oversight Fee
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31 January 2025 | 10 replies
Platforms like Avail can help if you prefer to self-manage but still require time for repairs.Tax-wise, repair costs may be deductible immediately, while major improvements must be depreciated over 27.5 years.
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13 January 2025 | 15 replies
Even if such a loan existed (which I doubt), once Vincent self funds all improvement costs, finance charges, carrying costs etc., I doubt he's any better off.
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17 January 2025 | 7 replies
My question is why you want to bring it up to code, other than just to feel good or improve your exit strategy?
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10 February 2025 | 59 replies
So I would caution everyone to make sure the replacement cost for your improvements will realistically cover your actual replacement cost in the event of a total loss.
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9 February 2025 | 173 replies
Their rating and reputation have been consistently improving since then.
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26 January 2025 | 48 replies
I think some folks search for discounts so that's a way for being promoted.Seems guest dont rent a 4 bedroom house unless they have triple the amount of guests they originally reserved for.