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23 January 2025 | 10 replies
I've read BiggerPockets' Real Estate Investing book and am particularly interested in the house hacking strategy, as I'd like to move out of my current living situation.Our main dilemma is choosing between a single-family home (renting out one room to a close friend) or a multifamily property like a duplex or triplex.
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20 January 2025 | 16 replies
If you want the exact process you'd need to speak directly to the planning/zoning dept and specifically ask them these questions to outline the exact process for this property.
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21 January 2025 | 40 replies
I currently own 5 properties, but am looking to pick up another 2-3 this year, so scalability is important for me.
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9 February 2025 | 173 replies
Properties are valued at, and appraise for whatever the fair market value is.Most of our properties are priced at or slightly below their fair market value in today market climate.
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16 January 2025 | 6 replies
Some may be comfortable with 100% crypto transactions, while others could opt for a split between cryptocurrency and cash.For sellers unwilling to receive cryptocurrency directly, the digital asset will be converted to dollars to complete the transaction.There are many ways a buyer can use crypto to make a purchase:The simplest way is a Crypto to Crypto transaction, as long as the seller accepts cryptocurrencies as payment.
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16 January 2025 | 7 replies
.- If they say $0-$50, you'll have to get rid of them at end of current lease.- If they are more reasonable you may want to accept if for now, but let them know you'd be doing regular increases to get the rent more inline with market rent.Too many newbies here will tell you to get market rent or get rid of the tenant.
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28 January 2025 | 0 replies
Let's discuss in the comments below!
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29 January 2025 | 0 replies
😊 Goals give us two things: direction on where we want to go, and the motivation to get us there.Imagine your ideal existence.
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29 January 2025 | 4 replies
Alternatively, if you’re using QuickBooks Online with a plan that includes the "Payments" feature, you can collect rent directly through QuickBooks while staying on top of your bookkeeping
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11 February 2025 | 6 replies
If you need help, DM me, and I’ll point you in the right direction!