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Rajagopalarao Paidi Any recommendation on forming out of state LLC or Home State LLC
26 August 2024 | 8 replies
Let's break down the pros and cons of each approach:Forming an LLC in the State Where the Property is Located:Pros:Compliance with Local Laws: Establishing an LLC in the state where the property is situated ensures compliance with local regulations and laws specific to that jurisdiction.Legal Clarity: It provides clear legal jurisdiction and may simplify any legal proceedings related to the property in that state.Perception: Operating with a local LLC may give tenants and local authorities confidence in your commitment to the community.Cons:Additional Costs: Setting up and maintaining an LLC in another state means incurring additional registration fees, taxes, and possibly hiring local legal counsel.Administrative Burden: Managing multiple LLCs across different states adds complexity to your administrative workload, including extra paperwork and compliance requirements.Tax Implications: You may face tax obligations in both the state where the property is located and your home state, potentially leading to double taxation or complexities in tax filings.Managing Through Home State LLC:Pros:Simplified Management: Handling all properties under a single LLC streamlines administrative tasks, reducing paperwork and simplifying tax filings.Cost Savings: Avoiding the need to establish multiple LLCs in different states saves on registration fees, legal expenses, and ongoing maintenance costs.Consistency: Uniformity in management practices and legal structures may contribute to efficiency and ease of operation across your real estate portfolio.Cons:Legal Exposure: Operating out-of-state properties under a home state LLC may expose your personal assets to the laws and liabilities of the other state, potentially diminishing the liability protection the LLC offers.Compliance Challenges: You'll need to ensure your home state LLC meets the legal requirements for conducting business in other states, which could involve additional filings and fees.Perception and Credibility: Some tenants or local stakeholders may prefer dealing with a landlord who has a local presence, which could impact your reputation or relationships in the community.Ultimately, the decision depends on your specific circumstances, risk tolerance, and long-term goals.
Thomasina Pearce Rent By The Room Cleveland Heights
30 August 2024 | 17 replies
Long time no see!
Claudio Salvatorelli Does anyone know about STR's regulations in Oceanside?
26 August 2024 | 4 replies
I am interested in establishing a Short-Term Rental (STR) in Oceanside and noticed on the City website that STRs are permitted only in the Coastal area.
Karolina Powell Last minute lending nightmares
26 August 2024 | 17 replies
BUT regardless of that, the numbers should still match your original term sheet!
John D. Brown property manager vs rentredi
26 August 2024 | 9 replies
In terms of rentredi though, I can say I've used it for about a year and a half on my three properties and have really liked it. 
Darrell Kirby Selling a Duplex with 2 Buyers interested
27 August 2024 | 8 replies
You typically charge them an Option Fee (the $20k) to lock in purchase terms today. 
B Ryans Where Are The DC Property Management Companies???
28 August 2024 | 4 replies
Why do you think purchase contracts are so long and have such small print?
Olubunmi Odole Nurse practitioner/ landlord
28 August 2024 | 8 replies
You have to follow the required eviction proceedings  as required by Texas or she will be in the house living rent free for a long time. 
Kathryn S. When tenant does not respond
27 August 2024 | 11 replies
Unless you can come to terms with this individual; eviction might be the only route, and that might be a tricky process with someone who "knows their rights" my buddy recently had an issue with this, and it took him over a year to remove the tenant.
Bobby Sharma WORST cities for permits, code enforcements, city inspectors
26 August 2024 | 28 replies
I have met very successful investors that take deep dives on NPN commercial notes and immediately go in and have one of their companies appointed as Receiver of the property and collect rent and maintain the building.