
21 January 2025 | 3 replies
Service disruptions can understandably lead to frustration.From my perspective in the self-directed IRA industry, effective communication and responsiveness during transitions are crucial to maintaining client trust.

29 January 2025 | 40 replies
Not the intention, just being very direct here: I am not going to show those numbers for 2 reasons.1) if I did ( and I would blow you away if I did), it would only cause people to misunderstand what I am trying to teach and 2) I don't have to show you or anyone anything.

23 January 2025 | 5 replies
., HVAC tune-up, plumbing fixes)Deep clean entire property pre-listingEstimated Cost: $5,000Total Estimated Renovation Cost: $145,000Project TimelineWeek 1-2: Planning and DemolitionFinalize design and materialsObtain necessary permitsBegin demolition (kitchen, bathrooms, floors)Week 3-5: Structural and Major InstallationsInstall new cabinets and countertops in kitchenComplete bathroom tiling and vanity installationRefinish or replace flooringWeek 6-7: Painting and FixturesPaint interior and exteriorInstall lighting, hardware, and plumbing fixturesWeek 8: Finishing TouchesLandscaping and curb appeal updatesDeep cleaning and stagingTotal Timeline: 8 Weeks*This link comes directly from our calculators, based on information input by the member who posted.

24 January 2025 | 36 replies
Mine was also out of state, in a town I’d never visited, and I relied heavily on videos from my agent.This sounds like a tough first deal, but it seems like you have some capital on the side, which will be useful as you face the upcoming challenges and learn from those expensive early mistakes.Regarding the subject of this post, “help me adjust my expectations,” I’d recommend assuming that; repairs will cost twice as much as you estimate, maintenance and vacancy rates will likely double from your initial projections, there’s a very real chance you may lose money on this deal.That said, there are ways to mitigate these risks by:- Keep asking questions here on BP and connecting with local experts- Stay proactive and communicative with your agent and property manager.And remember “Inspect what you expect.”Im not trying to discourage you but to help reset your expectations.

16 January 2025 | 11 replies
For example, in Dec I had one property 100% direct/VRBO which historically 40% Airbnb.

23 January 2025 | 6 replies
Feel free to direct message me with more details so I can better assist you.

23 January 2025 | 9 replies
Direction Cracks that run diagonally or horizontallyCracks that run at a 45-degree angleOther signs Cracks that appear suddenlyMultiple cracks, especially if clustered togetherCracks that widen over timeDoors and windows that don't close properlySagging ceilings or leaning wallsSigns of water leakage -------------------------------------Just annoying stuff...fun, huh?

22 January 2025 | 9 replies
Agreed with everyone here - You're headed in a good direction here.

4 February 2025 | 31 replies
build to rent is great. they are an intermediary that help investors contract direct with turn key new build. they are pretty sophisticated we have sold a house so far and we are looking to sell other multifamily with them. there is a vetting process and as an intermediary they don't control construction they help vet builders and establish relationships. they have a big team. the other builder I've never heard of but unless you can see your house I wouldn't touch it. rent to retirement has a strict policy of 90 days until certificate of occupancy until they will send a deal out they are good at what they do and I'd recommend them. they have options all over the country and established relationships.

6 February 2025 | 28 replies
We are taught to defer to the City zoning departments and to direct buyers to that department for their own due diligence.