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14 February 2024 | 5 replies
Again, it's best to check with the Houston Permitting Center and/or the city's Planning Department to determine the specific regulations that apply to your property.Overall, the process of converting a detached garage into an ADU in Houston, Texas, can be complex and may require the assistance of professionals such as architects, contractors, and attorneys.
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13 February 2024 | 8 replies
When seeking DSCR debt for STRs, some key questions you should be asking your lender are:- Can you underwrite with AirDNA?
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13 February 2024 | 5 replies
Hello, BiggerPockets community!
I'm evaluating three mortgage options for an investment property and could use your expertise. I'm trying to determine the best fit for my situation and would greatly appreciate insigh...
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13 February 2024 | 10 replies
That is just my opinion to seek to understand, offer some level of flexibility, and then if there is a pattern of late rent or missed rent swift action should be taken, but it all starts with communication with the tenant.
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14 February 2024 | 7 replies
As far as automating as much as possible and treating the properties as a professional business, is using custom email address for each unit (like: 123StreetA at company dot com*) taking it too far?
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11 February 2024 | 6 replies
I've been having a hard time finding someone who would be able to advise me on a recent personal real estate transaction. I purchased a family home in CA from several family members (one of whom is my mother who gifte...
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14 February 2024 | 38 replies
This goes sideways sooooo often - professional lines are easily blurred (or erased) and bad things for the property owner can happen.
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13 February 2024 | 5 replies
Accountants are in such demand, that the best are not even accepting clients half the time.The other problem I see often with accountants on here is that they specialize in larger investors, and have really high prices when you as a smaller investor do not need all the bells and whistles.Another thing I see is folks thinking they need to have a tax professional in their state.
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13 February 2024 | 2 replies
I have many quality friends so really only looking for a professional relationship.
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13 February 2024 | 6 replies
Invaluable to hear different views early on to get a better understanding of the market.I am currently considering 2 approaches, potentially in parallel with a smaller 100% STR to learn the ins and outs of the market on a more professional setting.