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Rigoberto Medina Perhaps a silly question but Newbie needs advice
9 June 2024 | 2 replies
As I go through this journey I have also decided to educate myself in real estate investment so that I can be best prepared for July 2020, this is the point when I will be debt-free and will be shifting all my energy to actively investing in real estate utilizing the BRRR method.To that end, I have made it a goal to analyze 2 properties per day so I can become familiar with my area and become comfortable analyzing properties...and that is where my issue is.
Lily Ochoa considering a probate property coop in Woodside, NY
8 June 2024 | 1 reply
also do you recommend selling coop before buying or buying first if I sell my coop first 260k after all fees and at the moment I have 60k cash in the bank not sure if it will be enough for closing ? 
Catherine Ding Finally starting my REI journey -- interested in exploring Cleveland/Columbus
8 June 2024 | 21 replies
Add property management fees of $150 and maintenance/repairs at $100.With expenses totaling $1100 monthly, the net income would be $400 per month, or $4800 annually.
Tyson Scheutze The Price of Property Management
8 June 2024 | 1 reply
These are some of the ways the clients could be affected by property managers who are not prepared: Extended VacanciesInadequate marketing strategies and tenant screening processes can result in prolonged vacancy periods, translating into substantial lost rental income.High tenant turnover due to poor resident relations further exacerbates vacancy losses.Inadequate Maintenance and RepairsNeglecting preventive maintenance and delaying necessary repairs can lead to accelerated property deterioration and higher long-term repair costs.This can also negatively impact tenant satisfaction, contributing to higher turnover rates.Legal and Compliance IssuesLack of knowledge or disregard for landlord-tenant laws and regulations can expose investors to costly legal disputes and penalties.Failure to properly handle security deposits, evictions, or fair housing practices can result in significant financial liabilities.Ineffective Financial ManagementInaccurate budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting can lead to uninformed decision-making and missed opportunities for cost savings.Failure to optimize tax strategies and leverage available deductions can further reduce net returns.Diminished Property ValueInadequate maintenance, high vacancy rates, and poor tenant screening can negatively impact a property’s perceived value and appreciation potential.This can significantly affect the long-term return on investment when it comes time to sell the asset.While a 10% management fee may seem reasonable for a well-performing property manager, the cumulative impact of mismanagement can quickly escalate the effective cost to investors, potentially outweighing any perceived savings on the management fee itself.
Choon Yee Dee General Contractors and Property Management Referral in Columbus and Cincinnati,OH.
8 June 2024 | 4 replies
So, the first question they usually ask a PMC is about fees - instead of asking about services and HOW those services are executed.EXAMPLE: PMC states they will handle tenant screening – what does that specifically mean?
AJ Wong How I bought a riverfront house in Oregon with less than $4k out of pocket
8 June 2024 | 1 reply
Difference of $3800 or about 1% of the purchase price plus an inspection fee :) The difference in 'financing' the down payment and RE commission (5% of the purchase price) is roughly $124/month or ELEVEN YEARS of payments ($16,500/12 = 133 months.) 
Nikolas Engel Tenant rejects personal guarantee for option, but accepts for initial lease term.
7 June 2024 | 11 replies
You will then be out attorneys fees, TI, and leasing commissions.
Seth Baumgartner Seeking Advice on Recent Duplex Purchase Near Florida A&M University
7 June 2024 | 2 replies
The property is an 11-minute walk from the university, and I aim to target students as potential tenants.Given that this is my first investment property, I'm looking for advice on the following:1.
Huiping S. End the short-term and switch to long-term.
7 June 2024 | 10 replies
AirBNB asked to provide certain evidence, such as doctor notes , to waiver penalty  of $180 per reservation. 
Steve Morris Moving Mobile Homes
6 June 2024 | 2 replies
I know that one county I checked it was $250 per side.Some parks don't allow you to remove an intact trailer.