Marian Smith
How could this deal turn out to be a scam?
30 December 2024 | 10 replies
I think a majority of owners voted to mandate sales and rentals go through the board first..at some point.
Bryant Xavier
STR vacancy ideas
27 December 2024 | 8 replies
Since we're In a college town, a majority of our travel demand revolves around the Texas A&M University and the university's events.
John Marchefka
Rehabbing land INSTEAD of houses??
10 January 2025 | 13 replies
And all of this happens during the contract period reducing purchasing risk.Great strategy especially when practiced just on the outskirts of a major metro area in a country setting(a weekend getaway property that can be marketed to city folk).
Jonathan Greene
If You Are Asking These Questions About Your STR, You Are Already Failing
4 January 2025 | 26 replies
The majority of people are using AI the wrong way.
Paige Corsello
80% Cash out DSCR
26 December 2024 | 8 replies
Quote from @Paige Corsello: Hi Bobby, the majority of my business is in Pittsburgh, PA and Florida Paige I can go 80% cash out in PA In FL I can go 75% cash out and 80% rate and term
James Wise
Failed Leadership is why California is on fire.
23 January 2025 | 165 replies
Most often it's in free & clear properties but, in a high enough desire area like these, and with low enough mortgage balance, yup, some can 100% get enough on the sale to have it all make sense because as @Jay Hinrichs has pointed out that in these areas the majority value is in the land not the structures on the land.
Lorraine Hadden
Will Mortgage Rates Go Below 3% Again?
2 January 2025 | 18 replies
Once rates change direction and start a new directional trend, it usually takes a major event or change in fundamentals to reverse again.
Bradley Buxton
What are the scariest things about real estate investing?
5 January 2025 | 24 replies
Here's a quick breakdown:Unforeseen Property Issues: Hidden damage, bad tenants, major repairs – these can eat into profits.Vacancy Woes: Empty units mean lost income, impacting cash flow.Market Downturns: Property values can drop, affecting your investment's performance.
Elizabeth Orth-He
How do you handle STR laundry for larger properties?
26 December 2024 | 9 replies
They’re built for heavy use and have faster drying times—usually 30–45 minutes—without needing major electrical changes.If you’re up for a bigger investment, adding extra stackable units in the garage could be a great long-term fix, though it’ll mean some electrical work and setting up proper ventilation.I’d probably go for the commercial upgrade in your current space first—it’s quicker and might solve the bottleneck right away.
LaTonya Clark
Did it again
25 December 2024 | 6 replies
Amortize your major repairs (roof, hvac, built in appliances) and add an estimate for small maintenance.This feels not terrible to me.