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James Carlson Are STRs as we know them dead in Colorado (and other places)?
27 January 2025 | 56 replies
Several have mentioned utilizing low down payment second home loans for qualifying.
Michelle Wang Frustrated Massachusetts Landlord Seeking Advice on Dealing with Problematic Tenants
27 January 2025 | 13 replies
The retaliation claim is completely absurd in a non-payment case, but it has unfortunately delayed the eviction process even further.I’ll look into connecting with local landlord associations and advocacy groups.
Alyssa Dinson What has been your experience with out of state investing?
16 January 2025 | 78 replies
My net rental income was $300 to $500 a month, not enough to cover the mortgage payment (PITI) so I'm negative on what was supposed to cash flow on paper.
Magdalene Leon Looking for advice on backflip lender
6 February 2025 | 30 replies
Recently, management changed it so both loans can be made with one payment versus two separate transactions. 
Ivan Castanon I need to change strategies. What should I do?
3 February 2025 | 47 replies
Deduct NEW property taxes after you buyDeduct home insurance costsDeduct maintenance percentage, typically 10%Deduct vacancy+tenant nonperformance percentage(we recommend 5% for Class A, 10% Class B, 20% Class C, good luck with Class D)Deduct whatever dollar/percentage of cashflow you wantNow, what you have left over is the amount for debt service.Enter it into a mortgage calculator, with current interest rate for an investment property, to determine your maximum mortgage amount.Divide the mortgage amount by either 75% or 80%, depending on the required down payment percentage - this is your tentative price to offer.If the property needs repairs, you'll want to deduct 110%-120% of the estimated repairs from this amount.Be sure to also research the ARV and make sure it's 10-20% higher than your tentative purchase price.As long as the ARV checks out, this is the purchase price to offer.It is probably significantly below the asking price.
Jackie Paugam Possible Tax Exemptions w Renovation a House
13 January 2025 | 2 replies
all materials, all labor costs to others, Not you, utilities, interest payments, permits, licenses, auto/truck expenses, tools needed are all deductable. 
Alex Houser Foolish to buy office building?
18 January 2025 | 8 replies
It is what is left after snow removal, cutting the grass, utilities, tenant issues, parking lot issues, property taxes, mortgage payment, etc. that make a difference.
Loren Souers Best deal for first time rental purchase
19 January 2025 | 8 replies
Are you strapped for the down payment?
Saul Vargas I have $150k and equity on my home, looking 4 a property with some cashflow.
21 January 2025 | 11 replies
Hi Saul,Vegas and Phoenix are on the pricier side, so you'll need to put a large down-payment down if you want to cover all your expenses with some cash leftover. 
Steve K. Due On Sale Clause About to Become More Common?
12 January 2025 | 185 replies
In a Subject To, it isn't the seller making the payments.