Austin Powell
Tips for First REI/House Hack Deal
12 August 2024 | 10 replies
On paper the idea seems perfect, but here are some potential issues.
Carlos Handler
Cash Poor, House Rich!! Need Advice
12 August 2024 | 30 replies
Milwaukee is very often misunderstood; what looks great online and on paper (super low price, high cash flow) is usually fools gold in the form of a 100 year old hours that needs everything new, the poorest neighborhood, and high maintenance tenants.
David Haughton
4 SFH vs 2 Duplexes
10 August 2024 | 5 replies
Some places are cheap and look great on paper, but reality is very different as they have higher turnovers and more problematic tenants...they also don't increase in value as much.
MARK S KING
Best State/City for Section 8
14 August 2024 | 84 replies
---So, yes the numbers will look great on paper, but reality will be way different!
Katie Hartung
New to STR management for others and seeking your expert input
10 August 2024 | 8 replies
Here is what I proposed:Setup fees : Administration Setup:One Time Fee: $400Guidebook: Using professional photos give the guests a professional tour of the house and how the home works (Wifi passwords // How to use grill // How to use propane fireplace // Hot tub instructions // Sauna instructions //Check in and check out instructions //where extras may be storedOTA (Online Travel Agency) setups: taking professional photos and actively updating your listing on popular platforms;PMS (Property Management System) Setup Smart Pricing Set upWebsite integrationOther (furniture arrangement / design / décor shopping and set up) $50 per hour· Placement fees · Marketing Cost: Variable depending on needs/wants for marketingFacebook AdsGoogle Ads Cleaners: Set up procedures/take pics of expectations· Management fee—30%Guest communicationCleaner communicationSetting Rental rateDealing with small maintenance issuesBooking CoordinationSmart Lock integrationKeeping supplies stocked (TP, paper towel, all cleaning products, coffee, filters, creamer, sugars, teas,)(Receipts would be submitted on a monthly basis for either reimbursement or book keeping purposes)Encouraging guests to leave good reviews by periodically checking in, providing a review template, and ensuring guests receive the amenities they are looking forContinued marketingMajor Maintenance fees—OwnerCleaning and laundry services fees: Cleaning fee to the guest depending on how cleaner wants to charge
Mike Cooper
Eviction advice for CA
8 August 2024 | 19 replies
Apparently I can file the court papers online now but I have to select a commercial efile service.
Deena Townsend
Crime Report Considerations
8 August 2024 | 2 replies
On paper, our municipality looks more dangerous, but if you spent 10 minutes on the ground you would realize the reverse is true.Some parts of the country basically have a "catch and release" program for criminal behavior.
Hugh Springer
Hard Money Financing - Top3 Lessons
8 August 2024 | 1 reply
Have a legal advisor or counsel review your documents before signing.These will make your ultimate exit strategy, post Hard Money financing period, much easier when: - preparing & submitting paperwork for individual tax returns - maintaining the note in good stating with consistent payments & digital payment history paper trail - digital and/or easy access to documentation - preparing for a Re-Fi, Conventional financing, payoff, or even Flip/Sale & deed/title reconveyance to remove the Hard Money Lein holider at the end of the note's term
Ben M.
Column posts for backyard porch
8 August 2024 | 8 replies
I wrap them in tar paper or brush on actual tar or similar substance.
Lisa H.
Need Advice for STR in Pismo Beach
8 August 2024 | 8 replies
Find out what the local regulations are and check the local paper if there are any restrictions being proposed for the area.