
28 June 2024 | 2 replies
Put one in each area where the dog barks.

27 June 2024 | 9 replies
Where do you live and work / what's your investing focus?

27 June 2024 | 6 replies
Where are you planning on putting the shower-in the corner where the tub is?

28 June 2024 | 7 replies
My client is concerned if he goes to sell years down the line he will face an issue where the new buyer would not be able to obtain a loan on a property with a CLTA policy and his buyer pool will shrink to cash buyers only which could delay the sale.

29 June 2024 | 20 replies
if your serious just send them progress not perfection is the key. get talking to people and see where you mess up then pivot and fix that screw up. if you are writing letters you are far ahead of many. i would also say to add about terms cash buy/no fees or closing cost/ as is/ and so on\.
28 June 2024 | 10 replies
Converting your single-family home into a rental property involves several considerations to protect yourself and ensure smooth operations: Establish an LLC:Liability Protection: Holding the rental property in an LLC can protect your personal assets from potential lawsuits related to the property.Tax Benefits: An LLC can offer tax advantages, such as pass-through taxation, where rental income is taxed at your individual income tax rate.Insurance:Landlord Insurance: Ensures coverage for property damage, liability claims, and loss of rental income.Umbrella Policy: Provides additional liability coverage beyond your landlord insurance, offering extra protection.Deductions:Mortgage Interest and Property Taxes: Continue to deduct these expenses.Depreciation: Depreciate the cost of the property over 27.5 years, excluding the land value.Maintenance and Repairs: Deduct costs related to maintaining the property.Property Management Fees: Deduct fees paid to the property manager.Filing Taxes:Schedule E: Report rental income and expenses on Schedule E of your tax return.Separate Accounts: Maintain separate bank accounts for rental income and expenses to simplify bookkeeping.Lease Agreement:Solid Lease Terms: Ensure your lease agreement is thorough, covering rent amount, due date, late fees, maintenance responsibilities, and eviction terms.Legal Review: Have the lease agreement reviewed by a real estate attorney to ensure compliance with local laws.Tenant Screening:Background Checks: Perform credit, criminal, and eviction history checks on prospective tenants.References: Contact previous landlords and employers for references.Property Management:Regular Inspections: Schedule regular property inspections to ensure it's being maintained properly.Maintenance Fund: Set aside a reserve fund for unexpected repairs and maintenance.Moving Out of State:Communication: Maintain open communication with your property manager.

29 June 2024 | 11 replies
Resale we do urban core where rents are higher.

27 June 2024 | 3 replies
Has anyone had experience with a reverse mortgage short sale where there is an additional junior lien?

27 June 2024 | 3 replies
Hey @Mike Gordon I'm not sure about where they cover.

27 June 2024 | 4 replies
Any business where you're going to be seeing more houses than a normal person sees is going to help you add value in a real estate transaction.