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Brett Riemensnider How to start out on a BRRRR
8 June 2024 | 3 replies
I’m hearing that’s pretty high so I’m looking to see if any of you experienced investors have any advice. 
Michael Hearn Sell vs. Rent -- Please help!!!
8 June 2024 | 11 replies
@Michael Hearn2 questions right back at you.1. you state you would "put [the proceeds from the sale] toward the new mortgage" - and i get the temptation to do that with what seems like a high interest rate. 
Brandon Clark New investors looking to build teams in target markets
10 June 2024 | 30 replies
The prospects for appreciation are limited (probably below the inflation rate), your tenant pool sucks to manage from out of state, your risk is high because you don't know what the heck you're doing - none of us did on the first go; that's not personal - and your flippant verbiage is treating this more like trading stocks than buying property. 
Rosy Baeza Short-Term Rentals in Miami
6 June 2024 | 5 replies
switch the zoning or rezone to hotel or a permitted grandfathered zoning instead of looking for the license go bigger and get it permanent not just one unit. loophole but very powerful how a lot of condo development is moving forward in miami they are hotels technically 
David Byrd Beginner Questions - Forum Etiquette, Research, Networking.
8 June 2024 | 1 reply
If you can't keep control of your personal finances, you are highly unlikely to succeed in real estate investing.
Jason B. Go PRO if Serious about Real Estate
7 June 2024 | 3 replies
If you are serious about real estate, I highly recommend going pro.
Kris Villasenor Getting started and assessing potential + challenges
8 June 2024 | 1 reply
(edit: the property can have up to 3 units built on it...house with attached separate apartment + unattached ADU)Of course, other people are telling me to park my cash in a high yield savings account and just chill LOL, but I'm not really comfortable with that either as an investment strategy.
Julie Muse Wall Canyon Ct Flip: Big Profits in Sun Valley with Seth Choate!
7 June 2024 | 1 reply
Partner Driven was interested in the Wall Canyon Ct deal in Sun Valley, NV, due to its high profit potential.
Peter Sik Judgement of $200/month and PM took some share and claimed is late fee
5 June 2024 | 2 replies
Simple and fair.First month received that $200 and was distributed as above, Everybody happy.Second month received $200 on time and PM break down that amount and claim there is $45 late fee, and all that $45 goes to PM account.
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.