
23 January 2025 | 30 replies
Following this exchange, and after a few more callouts from Melanie, you appear to have downgraded your account on BiggerPockets, and gone inactive coming back only recently to respond to Melanie's post here.

19 January 2025 | 18 replies
I took into account a likely cheaper labor rate but will say when we owned units in gulf shores that i was not encountering that low of a labor rate.

15 January 2025 | 39 replies
If your goal is to make money, and you aren't finding deals that you think will do that, there are other things you can do.But more directly to your comment: 1. cap rate does not take into account appreciation. 2.

12 January 2025 | 8 replies
You need to evaluate the HOA and its management, with a focus on the reserve account percentages.

3 January 2025 | 4 replies
@Nicole GrazianoI recommend that you have a consultation with a real estate tax accountant regarding your taxes.Bigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.

11 January 2025 | 14 replies
Sell the home to whoever your target tenant will be - modern, sleek, urban, renovated, bright/spacious; then sell the location - not whether they have a bank account or need a 7/11 - just that it is located to 'dining, entertainment, shopping, more.'

6 January 2025 | 0 replies
And then maybe I wouldn't even worry about the annual fee after a lifetime charge, but to shut down my account without any explanation.

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.

3 January 2025 | 5 replies
@Steven HsuBigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

6 January 2025 | 11 replies
@Michael Klinger As others posted, SoFi and Discover personal loans are good options and I've used them in the past. 2-3 business days from application to funds in my checking account.