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6 February 2025 | 18 replies
Right now, I include a few essentials (bottled water and some snacks), but I want to make it more thoughtful and help set the tone for a great stay.For those of you who offer a welcome basket, what items have you found to be the biggest hit with guests?
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27 January 2025 | 27 replies
Here are pockets I focus on for cash flow:West side - West boulevard, Cudell, Clark-Fulton, Jefferson, Bellaire-Puritas, Old BrooklynEast side - Fairfax, Buckeye-Shaker (the north side), Waterloo Arts District, Garfield Heights, Maple Heights, Newburgh Heights, Lee-Miles (the north side), BedfordHere are the areas that I focus on for appreciation:West side - Lakewood, Edgewater, Old Brooklyn, Ohio City, Tremont (above 490)East side - Buckeye-Shaker (the north side), Waterloo Arts District, Fairfax*I have a graded neighborhood map of these areas as well if you would like to check it out.
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20 January 2025 | 8 replies
Here are some top amenities that have proven to offer excellent ROI:High-Speed Wi-Fi: This is essential for both leisure and business travelers, especially in today’s remote work culture.
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10 February 2025 | 12 replies
Research the Market:It's essential to comprehend the local real estate market before you start flipping residences.
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13 February 2025 | 1 reply
My CPA has essentially called it a "tax asset" - where you end up w/ tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars in losses that have been passed forward so that at some point you can offset passive gains.
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29 January 2025 | 6 replies
We have a few areas hotter than others which include West Village, East English Village, Corktown, Jefferson/Chalmers, The University District, Northend, Sugar Hill District/Medical Center, and others.If you want help navigating Detroit we would love to show you around and point you toward where the best deals are.
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17 February 2025 | 5 replies
Given the short-term nature of mid-term rentals, including utilities can make your property more attractive to potential tenants, but it’s essential to factor that into your overall rent pricing.The best way to go about this is to ensure your listing is visible to your target audience.
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7 February 2025 | 7 replies
If I were you I would get a good flavor from the tenants how they interacted with the previous owner, essentially, how they paid, how did they make repair/maintenance requests, when/why did the communicate with the owner, etc...
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28 January 2025 | 1 reply
Increased demand for historic district rentals and excellent rental history.
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10 February 2025 | 1 reply
For every $100 million in public subsidies, approximately 1,157 co-living spaces could be created, compared to 313 studio apartments.The Bloomington City Council is reviewing potential ordinance language to facilitate co-living spaces, considering factors like parking, minimum square footage, and the definition of "family" in housing contexts.As real estate investors, it's essential to stay informed about such developments, as they can present new opportunities and models for investment.