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Jeremy H. How much longer until we get a downvote button?
27 November 2024 | 22 replies
We are on to the upvote groups, and it should be on the downward trend now.
Tiffany Da Silva Advice needed on real estate LLC business banking & Organization
21 November 2024 | 6 replies
Hello All,I have been investing for the last 4 years in real estate and am on the way to purchasing my 3rd property (a flip :)I am having a hard time knowing how I should organize my incomes, expenses, taxes, ect for easy bookeeping, to help keep everything separate legally, & to produce income on the money sitting in the accounts.I can only explain my ideal thoughts in a graphic design so i will include that here:Does this make sense in order to maximize profits & keep things organized? 
Kevin James Liable for tenant’s high hotspot cost due to internet setup delay?
27 November 2024 | 26 replies
With my w2 job, the agreement we sign to work outside the office specifies that we will work at a designated specific approved location (our home).
Martin Hernandez How do RIETS work?
19 November 2024 | 1 reply
However, the price fluctuates like stocks, so you may sell for more or less than your purchase price.REIT share prices can increase or decrease based on market demand, real estate trends, and the REIT’s performance.
Edward Zachary Samperio San Antonio STR Regulations: Summary of Findings and Next Steps
19 November 2024 | 1 reply
After reviewing the latest ordinances, reports, and city guidelines, here’s a summary of my findings as of 11/18/2024:Key FindingsPermit Types and Fees:Type 1 (Owner-Occupied): $300 for 3 years.Type 2 (Non-Owner-Occupied): $450 for 3 years.Density caps apply to Type 2 permits (12.5% of block face).Enforcement:3 violations in 3 years lead to permit revocation.Fines up to $500/day for violations.Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT):City: 9%, County: 1.75%, State: 6%.Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO will remit directly to the city starting Feb 2025.Platform Obligations:STRs must have valid permits; unpermitted properties will be removed by platforms like Airbnb.Special Exceptions for Density Limits:Require approval by the Board of Adjustment (BOA).Zip Code BreakdownI focused on these 11 zip codes:Under San Antonio Rules:78205, 78204, 78215, 78210, 78212, 78245, 78258Independent Municipalities (Separate Rules):Alamo Heights (78209)Leon Valley (78238)Helotes (78023)Next Steps:Research density caps and zoning in specific zip codes.Dive into independent municipality rules for Alamo Heights, Leon Valley, and Helotes.Evaluate market maturity and income potential using tools like AirDNA.If anyone has experience operating STRs in San Antonio or these specific zip codes, I’d love to hear your insights, especially about density limits, enforcement trends, or community sentiment.Thanks in advance!
Carlos Ptriawan Don't become passive investors
1 December 2024 | 91 replies
Only tech and big business with cash can survive.i am actually still bullish to syndication but only for niche selective asset class like warehouse or self storage, as common industrial trends are going towards more consolidation of business.... and their IRR is still 20-30% conservatively.But yea in MF there's no creativity, they are selling the same Kentucky Fried Chicken,Alabama fried chicken, with almost no creativity and no innovation.In general I think we could hold that true of the lack of innovation business wide the last many years. ai is a great example.
Erick Hennings Where Is the Path of Progress in Houston?
20 November 2024 | 9 replies
Or reach out to an investor agent here and see if they'll provide some kind of webinar to explain the general trends.  
Bracken Bjorn First-time investor: Out of state or local?
25 November 2024 | 14 replies
Use census and trend data to evaluate overall markets - population growth, age, job growth, industry diversification etc.
Julie Muse W 10th St Transformation: From Crowley Fixer-Upper to a Stunning Sell!
20 November 2024 | 0 replies
Located in Crowley, LA, it fit Partner Driven’s strategy of finding homes in need of renovations that could appeal to buyers with modernized features and design.
Joe Mills Pitbull Service Animal
23 November 2024 | 15 replies
A service animal is a real designation.