Kurtis Sargent
First time remodeling project - Learned a lot
28 December 2024 | 1 reply
Here are a few lessons I learned during the renovation, many of which stemmed from the age of the house and unexpected hidden damages:1.Damaged Plumbing: Several plumbing pipes were ruptured or severely damaged, requiring replacement.2.Termite Infestation: I discovered termites, which led to additional costs for treatment and repairs.3.Rotted Wood: Significant sections of wood in the structure were rotted and had to be replaced.4.Lack of Insulation: There was no insulation in the att Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?
KJ Hoggan
New Guy on the Block!
28 December 2024 | 3 replies
You need a reserve to handle unexpected costs, particularly during the first 1-2 years of ownership and learning how to manage the property.
Ricardo Garcia
Truebooks CPA - Feedback
9 January 2025 | 46 replies
Quick overview of our firm is three components.
Damon Albers
tenants breaking leases and excessive damage make it hard to be profitable
5 January 2025 | 39 replies
I was really excited to be a real estate investor but having 3 out of 4 tenants break leases and cause excessive property damage as well as unexpected turnover cost from excessive damage, is making want to get out.Thank you for your any input you would like to share.
Griffin Brenseke
Sell or hold an investment property (4.75% rate)
13 January 2025 | 7 replies
These costs would eat into your profits.The case for sellingEven at $125/month, your cash flow is slim, and any unexpected expenses could turn this property into a liability rather than an asset.
Cody Ford
How do you know when a house is too old?
6 January 2025 | 5 replies
Ask 'Are the components of the house too worn out?'
Julio Gonzalez
Cost Segregation FAQ
31 December 2024 | 3 replies
This deduction is related to the loss on disposal of certain assets in your building such as replacing or removing existing components of the building.Cost segregation studies can be a very beneficial tool for real estate investors.
Akshay Monga
H1B Couple Exploring Real Estate Investing: Seeking Strategy Advice and Networking
26 December 2024 | 7 replies
Having a trusted team in place can make or break deals as you scale and face unexpected challenges.
Jonathan Greene
Don't Become a Property Hoarder or a Door Counter
3 January 2025 | 40 replies
Quote from @Isadore Nelson: Quote from @James Hamling: @Jonathan Greene to piggy-back on what your laying down here: I believe a core component of the "problem" is a gross over & mis use of "Cash-flow".
Fed Finjap
Reflecting on my first year house hacking a 3-flat in Chicago
2 January 2025 | 11 replies
I dealt with evictions, unexpected repairs, and the ups and downs of tenant relationships—but I also made huge strides in improving the property’s value and financial performance.