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31 January 2025 | 7 replies
Unless you qualify as a Real Estate Professional (which has strict requirements), your rental losses can only offset passive income.
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1 February 2025 | 7 replies
Insurance is still an annual dog fight via my broker.Read your policy very carefully, consider replacement costs will probably be higher than estimatesResiliency is a requirement here.As far as sell or not....it'll depend on your determination to be here.This ain't the burbs of the bay area.Prepping for heavy rain right now.
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20 January 2025 | 9 replies
Just my personal opinion - get a mentor or a person who already has good experience running STR business, preferably in your area (but not 100% required).Â
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4 February 2025 | 7 replies
I specialize in investment properties, high-end homes, and commercial real estate, and I run Updegraff Group Realty, a full-service brokerage that helps investors not only find and fund deals but also manage construction, optimize returns, and scale their portfolios.Financing Your First Deal Without Using Your Own MoneyIt’s a common question, and the truth is—it’s very doable, but it requires strategy and relationships.
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22 January 2025 | 1 reply
., the 2006 or 2009 IECC — International Energy Conservation Code).Cost Considerations for a 90-unit or 112-unit Project:The actual cost of qualifying for the 45L tax credit depends on various factors, including:Energy Efficiency Compliance: The primary cost will come from ensuring that each unit meets the required energy efficiency standards, which typically involve energy modeling, certification from third-party energy raters, and potentially upgrading insulation, HVAC systems, windows, and other components of the building to meet the necessary performance levels.Energy Modeling: Typically, you'll need to pay for an energy consultant or engineer to model the building's energy performance and ensure it qualifies for the credit.
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15 January 2025 | 12 replies
To vet guests, you can use a pre-booking form, ask about their plans, and require an ID and signed agreement.
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23 January 2025 | 26 replies
Making money in real estate requires experience and starting with no or little money makes you study harder.As much as most of us probably wished for it, getting started with a lot of money in your pocket is a recipe for disaster: the temptation is to make the deal work by throwing money at it.If you want to go into real estate go with a syndicator with a good track record.
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22 January 2025 | 0 replies
By identifying the right buyer within our network and streamlining the transaction process, we added value without requiring extensive renovations.
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19 January 2025 | 5 replies
All but one of the family members are on board, and we collectively own the majority, but it's 55% and the bank requires 60%.
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17 January 2025 | 7 replies
It will be a can of worms for sure and they may go as far as requiring a full tear out and fresh submittal.