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Leon George New to BP Community
24 January 2025 | 13 replies
Here are additional comments:1) Buying out of state removes any local knowledge you have from assisting in your success, including knowing areas, people and costs. - We always recommend buying your first rental locally if possible and DIY managing to learn as much as possible before investing OOS.2) Lots of crooks and incompetents in the PMC world:( They both cost you money.- As already stated, you'll have a small portfolio.
Devin La Croix Owning a duplex, back to renting strategy?
21 January 2025 | 4 replies
I’ve been in this unit for almost a year now and I’m thinking about moving out and renting an apartment for $1000 a month all utilities included.
Ryan Treacy What Do I Need to Know to Be a Landlord in Indianapolis, Indiana?
21 January 2025 | 4 replies
Avoid any self-help eviction tactics like changing locks.Maintenance: As a landlord, you’re responsible for ensuring the property meets basic health and safety standards, including working plumbing, heating, and electrical systems.Inspections: While there are no mandatory inspections required before renting, your property should comply with building codes.
Caryn Fischer Tax question with selling a house
22 January 2025 | 4 replies
Including a self-canceling clause in the note ensures the balance is forgiven upon the parent’s death.
Charlene Kingsnorth Private Lender Loan Servicing Software Fees
15 January 2025 | 15 replies
I would include it either as a lump sum at closing for the amount which is easier than charging it back to them on a monthly basis.We have "investors" who own a % of each mortgage.
Melanie Baldridge What is MACRS classification?
10 January 2025 | 0 replies
When it comes to real estate, here's a general list of eligible assets and their depreciable lifespans that you should know: Residential Rental Property = 27.5 yearsThis includes any building or structure where 80% or more of its gross rental income is from residential units.That means:- Apartment buildings- Single-family rental homes- Duplexes, triplexes, and quadplexes- Mobile homes (used for residential rental)- Any kind of residential lodging facility where the primary purpose is long-term rentalCommercial Property = 39 yearsThis includes non-residential properties like:-Office buildings-Retail stores and shopping centers-Warehouses-Industrial complexes-Hotels and motels that do not qualify as residential rental propertyLand Improvements = 15 yearsThese include sidewalks, roads, fencing, some landscaping, and parking lots that are separate from the building.Personal Property = 5 or 7 yearsPersonal property used in a rental activity usually has a 5 or 7-year life.This includes most furniture, appliances, carpeting and various machinery.Qualified Improvement Property (QIP) = 15 yearsGenerally, this includes any improvements made to the interior of a non-residential building after the building was placed in service, excluding elevators, enlargements, and the internal structural framework.Computers and Related Peripheral Equipment = 5 yearsVehicles = 5 yearsNote that the land itself is not depreciable.
Carlos Silva Velocity Banking for paying off mortgages
13 January 2025 | 19 replies
I will give you my numbers since we are 3 years into Velocity Banking.Home was purchased at $410k.Interest rate: 3.125%30 year termMortgage payment is around $1950 (includes insurance and property tax)HELOC: 8.25% Variable rate - current rateCredit Limit: $97kLet's say I made $10k a month and our expenses were $6k each month including the mortgage.
Venka Pulla How to deal with Bad property manager
11 January 2025 | 7 replies
The notice should include the date of termination and the reason for ending the agreement.
Rolayne Taylor New Beginnings 2025
24 January 2025 | 21 replies
This means building a budget that includes setting aside funds for your next investment.
Noah Bacon BiggerPockets Pro Partner Update - Stessa!
15 January 2025 | 49 replies
If we upgrade to PB Pro, does that include a Stessa Pro membership?