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Jarrod Ochsenbein My 4th rental property is now under contract
17 January 2025 | 12 replies
Are there any unique considerations or red flags you look for compared to the traditional rental process?
AJ Wong Could Trump shock Short Term Rental markets with Tax Loop Hole for AirBnB Investors?
24 January 2025 | 6 replies
Part of those cuts included the short-term rental tax loophole, a strategy real estate investors can use to help mitigate their rental income tax by offsetting earned income with real estate losses, and could be renewed or extended.  
Ofir R. 50K Cash, DSCR loan, where?
26 January 2025 | 3 replies
that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.
Arthur Crum RAD Diversified SCAM ALERT!!!
23 February 2025 | 246 replies
Now what the hell is the SEC doing for all of the investors including myself.
Joy Daniels What Marketing Strategies Have Helped You Increase Occupancy Rates for Your STRs?
25 January 2025 | 8 replies
Whether it's optimizing listings on OTAs, leveraging social media, running targeted ads, or using dynamic pricing tools—I'd love to hear what’s working for you.Some strategies I’ve been exploring include: Enhancing property listings with professional experience photography and compelling descriptions, leveraging Instagram and Facebook ads to attract more direct bookings, and utilizing email marketing to engage past guests.What’s been a game-changer for your vacation rental business?
Brandon Vukelich 3-unit STR/MTR $107k NOI on $187k REV
29 January 2025 | 12 replies
If you're left with $107k across all 3 units after ALL expenses are deducted (some people don't include PITI when they discuss NOI) then I'd say it's darn good.
Christopher R. Homeowners Insurance/Landlord insurance/Umbrella insurance
23 January 2025 | 15 replies
Loss of Use / Loss of Rents: Normally, there is a 20% included limit.
Mike Francis Has anyone had experience working with Boostly?
28 January 2025 | 5 replies
They have nice looking direct booking sites, but I'm more curious about their digital marketing training and crm software included with their package. 
Mary Holland Hey everyone! Has anyone here gone through the application process for DSCR loans?
7 February 2025 | 11 replies
I've included an example below to help illustrate this.So different lenders have different rates (which do vary even for DSCR loans) but these are factors they all consider.See example below:DSCR < 1Principal + Interest = $1,700Taxes = $350, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $50Total PITIA = $2200Rent = $2000DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2000/2200 = 0.91Since the DSCR is 0.91, we know the expenses are greater than the income of the property.DSCR >1Principal + Interest = $1,500Taxes = $250, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $25Total PITIA = $1875 Rent = $2300DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2300/1875 = 1.23If a purchase, you also generally need reserves / savings to show you have 3-6 month payments of PITIA (principal / interest (mortgage payment), property taxes and insurance and HOA (if applicable).
Alecia Loveless Is Anyone Marketing their Rental Business on Socials?
31 January 2025 | 4 replies
., I think there's a lot to building a "community" like feel for your tenants that may include events, giveaways, etc., to get them to engage with you and elevate their living experience.