
30 June 2024 | 5 replies
Furthermore, the heat poses elevated wildfire risk, which could partly be why in two filings with the California State’s Department of Insurance on Thursday, State Farm disclosed it is seeking a 30% rate increase for homeowners, a 36% increase for condo owners and a 52% increase for renters.No matter what side of the political divide, in my near forty years on this planet I have personally noticed local and global warming.

30 June 2024 | 11 replies
It's possible but it's determined by your local market, the size of the roof, and materials used.

1 July 2024 | 27 replies
I would also recommend you expand your strategy to reaching out to local high producing agents and inquire about pocket listings as well (listings that are being sold off market and not on the MLS).

30 June 2024 | 5 replies
@Dennis Bethea - my wife and I are local and manage a couple of STRs in McAllen/Edinburg at the moment.

29 June 2024 | 1 reply
Hello, my name is Kyle.

30 June 2024 | 6 replies
Check your local laws to see if you can simply not renew her lease (vs evicting).

28 June 2024 | 41 replies
You currently own the property in your individual names.

29 June 2024 | 7 replies
All the big name gurus will promise you that their program will teach you everything you need to know to be successful...and then this hit you with a MASSIVE price tag.
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.

1 July 2024 | 10 replies
For FHA guidelines and conventional loan requirements, the property must meet local zoning and housing codes.