Mustafa Shaikh
RAD Diversified Review — It Wasn't Pretty
19 January 2025 | 147 replies
She said she has had to pay out-of-pocket for exterminators and plumbers after getting no response to pest and leaky-pipe complaints to RAD’s property managers.Another tenant of a Mendenhall-led fund, Terry Golden, 41, said he has been dealing for about a year with a flooded basement that his property managers have neglected to repair at his 880-square-foot home in West Philadelphia’s Haddington section.His living and dining rooms are piled high with belongings he’d previously been storing in the basement: furniture, appliances, trophies from his days coaching little-league football.
Leah A.
Seller looking for wholesaler
27 December 2024 | 16 replies
Hi Leah, I don't agree with the comments about wholesalers I've helped a lot of people struggling to get out of their properties, especially when realtors are asking them to do repairs they don't want to or can't do.
Kurtis Sargent
First time remodeling project - Learned a lot
27 December 2024 | 0 replies
Here are a few lessons I learned during the renovation, many of which stemmed from the age of the house and unexpected hidden damages:1.Damaged Plumbing: Several plumbing pipes were ruptured or severely damaged, requiring replacement.2.Termite Infestation: I discovered termites, which led to additional costs for treatment and repairs.3.Rotted Wood: Significant sections of wood in the structure were rotted and had to be replaced.4.Lack of Insulation: There was no insulation in the att Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
Matthew Drouin
Good Cause Eviction Law Passed - 3 Things You Need To Know
30 December 2024 | 15 replies
.✅ Secondly, good cause has a max cap on yearly rental increases at a certain margin above CPI or 10%, whichever is less.For those of you who own stabilized, high quality housing like we do, this shouldn’t be a problem.But instead of keeping rents flat because you are a nice person or increasing just a little bit, you could get yourself in trouble when it comes to funding future major repairs and capital expenditures.As long as you are increasing to what the market will bear, you will be in good shape.Also if you are looking at purchasing blighted, dilapidated housing with the intent of raising rents and financing improvements to the property, you will have to take this into consideration and buy accordingly and on in place rents not projected rents.On the implementation side, however that pans out, you might be able to get these necessary rent increases to finance repairs but you may need to go to housing court in order to get the green light but we are just not sure at this point and remains to be seen.✅ Thirdly, in regard to objectionable tenancy and nuisance caused by disruptive tenants, you will need to document these violations with undeniable evidence.Because police reports are not usually able to be procured due to disturbances like drug trafficking or domestic violence, you’ll need to take matters into your own hands on producing that documentation.I recommend getting security cameras installed in all common areas and outside your properties.I’ve used SimpliSafe security cameras but you’ll need to install WiFi service at your properties so that you can maintain recordings in the event of violations and add to your lease that any tampering with said cameras constitutes a lease violation as well.This is still developing and once we get further clarity, we will host a round table with legal experts on how to best protect our properties and residents.
Brian Kantor
Any multi-game arcade machines/vendors you'd recommend?
1 January 2025 | 27 replies
Customer service so far has been great, and repairs seem easy.
Kurtis Sargent
First time remodeling project - Learned a lot
28 December 2024 | 1 reply
Here are a few lessons I learned during the renovation, many of which stemmed from the age of the house and unexpected hidden damages:1.Damaged Plumbing: Several plumbing pipes were ruptured or severely damaged, requiring replacement.2.Termite Infestation: I discovered termites, which led to additional costs for treatment and repairs.3.Rotted Wood: Significant sections of wood in the structure were rotted and had to be replaced.4.Lack of Insulation: There was no insulation in the att Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
Dahrian Barrett
What to give to Appraiser?
26 December 2024 | 2 replies
That's it, but a) print out a page for each property you think is comparable, b) make the list of repairs long and inclusive of everything you've done. c) Put larger items first like kitchen remodel......and don't just say 'kitchen remodel', list things like 'custom backsplash tile/Bosch appliances/recessed can lighting/pot filler/etc. d) Cite the price/value of the work done, and don't be afraid to be generous.
Aaron Robertson
SB 721 Deadline Extended: What California Property Owners Need to Know
27 December 2024 | 2 replies
This extra year gives property owners more time to schedule inspections and make necessary repairs.Key Points:Applies to multifamily properties with three or more units.Covers balconies, decks, and elevated elements made of wood or similar materials.Inspections must be completed by licensed professionals and repeated every six years.Hazards identified must be repaired promptly.With the extension, now’s the time to plan ahead.
Matt Cook
Seeking Guidance on Property Valuation
27 December 2024 | 3 replies
We came to an arrangement where any sale price over $1 million, minus construction costs, would result in a profit-sharing opportunity.I’m currently trying to determine the After Repair Value (ARV) for the property but am having difficulty finding reliable comparables.
Sat Palshetkar
First time real estate investor in Windsor
27 December 2024 | 4 replies
Your calculations should include utililies and repairs, legals, snow removal, etc.