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Mike Sfera When to get a property manager
16 January 2025 | 26 replies
Experienced managers can help evaluate potential investments by providing insights on rental demand, market rents, tenant preferences, and location-specific factors that affect leasing success.For example, rental properties need to be close to conveniences like major roads, shopping, and schools.
Hoai Nguyen Buying a tenant occupied flip
3 January 2025 | 2 replies
There is a tenant in the home, no written lease.
Mustafa Shaikh RAD Diversified Review — It Wasn't Pretty
18 February 2025 | 148 replies
Quote from @Chris Seveney: @Jay HinrichsAccording to the site:To purchase real state/real property, perform rehabs where necessary, lease the properties, collect rents, distribute income as dividends to shareholders.Rad Diversified realizes revenues from rents and interest on certain investments, as well as capital gains from increases in the value of its real estate portfolio.They are a REIT so they have to distribute 90% of their taxable income per year (which of course could be zero due to depreciation).  
Katie Southard Selling Rental before Cap Gains Timeline
8 January 2025 | 10 replies
Moved July 31 2023Renters lease expires 2/2025Must have lived 2 of last 5 to avoid cap gains if sold.I’d rather not sign a new lease and go month to month but they’ll push for it.
Garry Lawrence Tips for Renting by the Room Near Colleges: First-Time Landlord in Baltimore, MD
4 January 2025 | 2 replies
The property is located near two colleges, so I’m focusing on student tenants and planning for 12-month lease terms.Do you have any tips or advice for renting by the room?
Sebastian Nadal Looking to House Hack in Chicago for the first time
8 January 2025 | 6 replies
It can also create a lease for y'all to use.
Tove Fox Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate Investing?
5 January 2025 | 13 replies
@Tove Fox - Residential Real Estate InvestingPros:Lower Entry Costs: Easier to get started with less capital required.High Demand: People always need homes, making demand relatively stable.Easier Financing: Mortgages are generally easier to secure with favorable terms.Simplicity: Easier to understand and manage, especially for beginners.Flexibility: You can use it as a personal residence or rent it out.Cons:Tenant Turnover: More frequent turnover leads to vacancy and more management.Lower Cash Flow: Income potential can be modest compared to commercial properties.Emotional Buyers: Residential prices can be influenced by emotions, leading to price volatility.Maintenance Burden: Landlords often deal with repairs and maintenance, which can be time-consuming.Commercial Real Estate InvestingPros:Higher Income Potential: Stronger cash flow and higher returns are common.Long-Term Leases: Tenants often sign longer leases (3-10 years), reducing vacancy risk.Professional Tenants: Business tenants tend to take better care of the property.Valuation Based on Income: Prices are based on the income the property generates, not market emotions.Shared Costs: Tenants often cover property expenses like taxes, insurance, and maintenance (via triple-net leases).Cons:High Entry Costs: Requires more capital or partnerships to get started.Complex Management: More expertise is needed; you may need a professional property manager.Economic Sensitivity: Commercial properties are more sensitive to economic conditions.Challenging Financing: Securing financing can be harder, with stricter terms and higher interest rates.Zoning and Legalities: More complex regulations compared to residential properties.Key Differences:Risk: Residential tends to be lower risk, while commercial offers higher rewards but with greater risk.Management: Residential is easier for DIY investors, while commercial properties usually require a team.Scalability: Commercial properties are easier to scale, offering more potential for significant cash flow increases.
Chris Seveney What is the Best Way to Grow as a Private Lender
13 January 2025 | 15 replies
We lease a platform for online access and efficiency with both a lender and investor portal.
Devan Praska Anyone Use/Make a "Homeowner's Manual" For Single-Family Home?
5 January 2025 | 5 replies
In this manual (which I assume could be modified to provide to tenants) I include all the financing information (which you would not include for tenants) bank accounts, mortgage accounts, payment information, and mortgage payoff), a list of the contractors, what each contractor does, a list of upcoming planned or necessary repairs, and a copy of all leases associated with the property.
Brady Morgan Securities Based Lending for Low Interest Rate
17 January 2025 | 19 replies
Buy the property, lease it up and refinance.One thing you’ll want to know about the credit facility is not necessarily the margin call parameters, which I wouldn’t be concerned with if there is a significant amount of equity in your investors securities securities portfolio, but what are the other terms?