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21 December 2024 | 12 replies
We use DealCheck to underwrite deals and QuickBooks Online for everything related to accounting and numbers.
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11 December 2024 | 10 replies
The property is in a B-class neighborhood, and while I’m comfortable managing coliving setups, I’m curious about any potential nuances around refinancing and insurance for this type of property.Are there specific loan types or lending policies I should know when refinancing a rent-by-the-room property?
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20 December 2024 | 12 replies
You’re online listing doesn’t need to be a comprehensive photo shoot of every single nook and cranny of your home
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17 December 2024 | 7 replies
I started my domain over 10 years ago when people first started going online trying to buy fixer upper houses.
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15 December 2024 | 25 replies
Plus, they handle online rent collection (a necessity if you don't have a property manager!)
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9 January 2025 | 46 replies
It truly shows your commitment to provide your current and future clients a better experience.I know that online reviews can take the best of one's head space and it can take a toll on the business.
13 January 2025 | 41 replies
Finally, always get the credentials to access the mortgage account online and change the email notifications to your address.
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19 December 2024 | 5 replies
For something more robust, tools like Excel or online calculators from financial planning sites might better suit your needs.Your ROI Formula:ROI = (Net Cash Flow ÷ Total Out-of-Pocket Investment) × 100For your scenario:Net Cash Flow = Annual Rental Income - (Mortgage Payment + 401k Loan Payment + Other Expenses)Total Out-of-Pocket Investment = $40,000 cash + $50,000 loan payments over 5 years.I came across a piece in Bloomberg recently discussing creative financing, and they touched on ROI calculations for multiple loans.Personal anecdote: A buddy of mine leveraged a 401k loan for a fourplex.
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17 December 2024 | 16 replies
Even if it's not, nobody said anything about forcing a situation and everything can be refinanced later?
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16 December 2024 | 35 replies
Microsoft Excel, and most budget or free online bookkeeping isn't going to cut it in this situation.For the rental properties you own directly, I often tell clients and prospects that a P&L in Microsoft Excel is just fine and a balance sheet is not necessary for tax purposes.