Kevin Green
Why Buffalo is the Hottest Real Estate Market of 2025 (Again!)
14 January 2025 | 4 replies
Employment Growth Outpacing Housing SupplyBuffalo leads the nation in the ratio of new jobs to new homes permitted.
Tyler Munroe
New MA ADU law can be a gamechanger!
17 January 2025 | 1 reply
As long as the ADU is under 900 sq. ft. and meets the state building code, there will be no variance or special permit needed, so no ZBA or neighborhood meetings.
Nicholas Haubner
4-family to 5-family with owner occupied unit
4 January 2025 | 5 replies
Health and safety inspections don't seem to care much about zoning or permitting issues.
Chris G.
Drain Field Replaced at Rental Property and Broken Cable Line Responsibility
13 January 2025 | 1 reply
Our office signed the contract and they got the permit and replaced the drain field.
Shiloh Cunningham
How is the Winter Haven FL market for Flipping?
6 January 2025 | 2 replies
Trouble with cities on permits?
Aaron Robertson
How AB 2622 Is Transforming Property Management in California
9 January 2025 | 0 replies
Simplified ManagementFor those managing multiple properties, AB 2622 streamlines operations by expanding your hiring pool and removing the red tape often associated with minor repairs.Why It Matters for TenantsTenants also benefit from AB 2622:Faster Maintenance: Minor issues like plumbing or lighting can now be resolved promptly.Fairer Move-Out Costs: Affordable repairs mean tenants aren’t hit with inflated charges for damage beyond normal wear and tear.Things to Keep in MindWhile AB 2622 makes maintenance easier, landlords should still vet unlicensed workers carefully, ensure proper insurance coverage, and remember that jobs requiring permits must involve licensed contractors.AB 2622: A Win-Win for California’s Rental MarketAB 2622 strikes a balance between flexibility and accountability, making it easier for landlords to maintain high-quality rentals while fostering better tenant relationships.
Tayvion Payton
Thoughts on a Multi-Family Deal in 76104, Fort Worth? Looking for Cash Flow!
17 January 2025 | 2 replies
I’m considering amulti-family property in the 76104 zip code of Fort Worth, TX, and I’d love your feedback to help determine if this is a good deal.Property DetailsAsking Price: $169,999 (seller says it’s negotiable).Current Rental Income: $2,400/month (duplex is vacant).Configuration: Combination of duplex and triplex units.Some units are rented at below-market rates.The duplex and need rehab.Historical Income: Seller claims it previously brought in $5,000/month when fully occupied.ConditionBuilt in 1934, so it’s an older property.Some permits were recently pulled (e.g., plumbing, window replacements, and sheetrock repairs), but it still needs work to get the vacant units ready to rent.It’s located in a neighborhood with a higher crime rate but also near major highways and areas with rental demand (e.g., downtown Fort Worth and Texas Christian University).My Goal:I’m focused on cash flow, and this property seems like it could work if I can stabilize it.
Noel Coleman
Unlicensed & Uninsured Contractors
6 January 2025 | 7 replies
While this is municipality dependent, if the contractor is not licensed you likely cannot obtain the necessary permits and approvals.
Devin James
Update - Everything Went Wrong
30 December 2024 | 5 replies
Quote from @Devin James: Quote from @Dominic Mazzarella: Quote from @Devin James: Everything went wrong with this investment: - Took 4 months longer than expected - Cost $10K more to build than we anticipated - Sold for $20K less than we anticipatedWe still profited with a 30% return on equityThis is why I love Real Estate InvestingWhen you do your diligence and stay conservative with your numbers, it takes something really bad to lose money.Here was the original post:My siblings and I are building a home in North Port, FL.Here are the numbers: - Finished Home Value: $412Kish - Land Cost: $19,750.39 - Construction & Permitting Costs: $304,897Additional costs: - Environmental Site Assessment - General Liability Insurance - Builders Risk Insurance - Construction FinancingWe will be listing the home this weekPhotos coming soon!!