Griffin Brenseke
Sell or hold an investment property (4.75% rate)
13 January 2025 | 7 replies
Tampa’s market has been hot, but if appreciation slows or reverses, you could miss the window to maximize your gains.Exploring a 1031 exchangeA 1031 exchange could allow you to sell the property, defer capital gains taxes, and reinvest into a property with stronger cash flow.
Bruce Woodruff
Thoughts on the California fire repercussions
14 January 2025 | 16 replies
This is one of the things that sound a lot easier than they are actually done.The crazy thing I learned about these CA fires is that the heat radiation is hot enough (1500-2000F) that it will ignite your furniture through the windows.
Nick Rivers
How to become an expert underwriting deals?
19 January 2025 | 11 replies
Once you walk a property, you often have to throw your original underwriting out the window.
Phillip Austin
Nightmare Tenant - This is why you need a property manager!
24 December 2024 | 7 replies
See below for explanations, with headings taken from the attached document.Broken windows or exterior doors-The two narrow windows in the living room do not fit into the walls properly.
Makan A Tabrizi
Nail/Screw Holes in Walls
19 January 2025 | 38 replies
I use eggshell on the walls, flat only on ceilings and high gloss on trim and windows.
Michael Challenger
First Time (Potential Buyer) Seeking Advice on House Flipping in Charlotte, NC
7 January 2025 | 5 replies
I have yet to complete a walk-through of the property and see what renovations may be needed (potential for HVAC and interior, but from my understanding the roof and windows were replaced within the last 7-8 years).
Robert Spiegel
Security Deposit Deduction: What is reasonable for cleaning
11 January 2025 | 9 replies
She did move in two cats during her tenancy (with my permission after the fact), and the house was left in fairly good condition when she moved out:Most holes were patched (though some in the basement were missed).It was moderately clean but needed extra cleaning due to cat hair in the carpets.Minor issues included:A missing doorbell.Missing shower hardware.One of the window blinds needed replacement.A truck bed full of items left in the shed that I had to haul away.Since I was in a pinch between Christmas and New Year’s, I hired professional cleaners for a quick turnaround.
Jose Mejia
refinancing a property from hard money lender
19 January 2025 | 15 replies
This is a penalty window where selling or refinancing out of the loan would cost you 1,2,3,4, or 5% of the amount you owe on the property as a penalty fee.
Alan Asriants
Taking on a major construction project in 2025 - What are some common hurdles?
30 December 2024 | 10 replies
In Orygun its dark and raining so we over size our windows I would say our homes let in 50% more light than a Lennar house and their windows that are done to minimum UBC code..
Brandon Simpson
Should I stay away from properties that have been on the MLS for a long time?
5 January 2025 | 8 replies
The home needed a lot of work including roofing, windows, siding , kitchen, baths, and mechanicals.