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Illya Kravchenko Looking for advice.
26 February 2024 | 16 replies
A modest multifamily building or duplex may provide you invaluable experience and aid in your comprehension of the ins and outs of real estate investing.Maintain your online and offline networks with seasoned investors.
Daniel M. Seeking Your Insights: Energy Efficiency & ROI in Historic Duplex Renovation
26 February 2024 | 5 replies
To kickstart this project, a comprehensive home energy audit is on my agenda to craft a strategic retrofit plan that significantly enhances operational efficiency by 40-70%.This endeavor seeks to diverge from common quick fixes, such as installing baseboard heaters, which merely shift heating costs to tenants.
Connor Williams Mortgage assumption and Medicare costs?
26 February 2024 | 2 replies
Medicare's look-back period for eligibility is generally five years, but it is advisable to seek personalized advice to ensure you have a comprehensive understanding of the potential risks and protections in your specific situation.
Joaquin Santoy Buying real estate in Tulum?
26 February 2024 | 11 replies
Mike's perspective as an experienced investor in Mexico holds significant value.As an investor in Tulum, it's crucial to conduct a comprehensive SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) to gain a holistic understanding.
Mary Ciccarelli System to record properties
25 February 2024 | 5 replies
CRM Software with Customization OptionsCRM (Customer Relationship Management) software like Salesforce or Zoho CRM can be customized to track deal details, including financials, though it's not their primary function.Pros:Highly customizable and can be tailored to fit a wide range of data tracking needs.Good for managing relationships with lenders, partners, and tenants.Cons:Requires setup and possibly custom development, which can be costly.May be more complex than necessary for straightforward property management.Recommendation:The best choice depends on your specific needs:If you're comfortable with spreadsheets and have a relatively small portfolio, starting with Excel or Google Sheets might be the most cost-effective and straightforward approach.If financial management is your primary concern and you're willing to invest some time in setup, QuickBooks is a robust option.For a more comprehensive solution tailored to real estate investments, exploring specialized real estate investment software could provide the most benefits.If your operations involve significant relationship management and you need a highly customizable system, a CRM with customization might be the way to go.Before deciding, consider factors like cost, scalability, and the learning curve of new software.
Grant Vincent Atlanta STRs & MTRs for Film Industry
25 February 2024 | 17 replies
But -- rant incoming -- as @Erin Spradlin, resident midterm rental expert in our household would probably ask you, why limit your targeting to just one demographic? 
Alex Kosley Paying off debt vs. investing in LTR - Thoughts?
25 February 2024 | 28 replies
We currently have the below "bad debt" positions:Student loans - 50k (6%)Car loan - 29k (7.09%)2nd lien (current primary home) - 80k (6.08%)401k loan - 30k (9% - paid to yourself)401k loan - 20k (9.25% paid to yourself)Household income of 267k (not including bonus), roughly 100k cash currently and save around 6k a month not including yearly bonus's (33k + 14k = 47k net/yr) + 72k/yr (6k/mo x12) savings = 119k total net savings per year (rough estimate not including current rental)Should we pay off existing debt with the exception of our home loans (not including 2nd lien) or invest in a 250k townhome* that can rent anywhere from $2,000-$2,750/mo?
Account Closed Calling all w2 professionals! What if you could pay ZERO in tax for 2024?
25 February 2024 | 19 replies
Let's say we meet for 1-3 hours per year, and you pay for math's sake 2k out of a household income of 200k. out of that 200k house hold income you are paying (for examples sake) 50K in taxes (tho it is likely much more for most people).
Chris Seveney US Debt Data From Kobeissi - Scary
24 February 2024 | 13 replies
Record $17.5 trillion in household debt2.
Jeremy Porter Mastering Real Estate Investing: A Comprehensive Guide to the BRRRR Strategy
22 February 2024 | 1 reply
This comprehensive guide is designed to provide you with all the essential information you need to fully understand and successfully implement the BRRRR strategy.