
2 April 2020 | 7 replies
The “key” elements of the transaction are explored first and usually, the most intensively.The buyer should provide the seller a comprehensive disclosure statement and include a term in the purchase agreement that obligates the seller to return the document within 5 days of acceptance.Professionals are hired to complete Phase 1, 2 & 3 reports that identify potential or existing environmental contamination and all other elements of elements that are difficult for the buyer to effectively evaluate.Financial Checklist3 years profit & loss statementsRent roll with space number, name of resident, move-in date, renter or owner occupied, number of occupants, monthly rent, additional charges, current balance due and any relevant notes about the residentList of capital expenditures for the last 3 years3 years of tax returns12 months of bank statementsCurrent accounts receivable statementList of park owned home including copies of “rent to own” or sales contractsCopy of all current insurance policies, binders and premiumsSpreadsheet detailing who pays all utilities including water, sewer, gas, electric, trash, cable, etc…For all utilities and charge backs, formulas, calculations and meter readings for the past 12 months3 years of utility billsProperty tax bills for the last 2-3 yearsCurrent staffing list including position, wages, job descriptionsCopies of any contracts that will transfer to buyer including laundry, trash, phone, equipment, etc…Dates and amounts of the last 3 rent increasesSigned rules and leases for each residentNames and contact information of professional service providers including lawyers, accountants, engineers, insurance brokers, inspectors, appraisers, realtors/brokers, etc…Physical ChecklistSpreadsheet for utilities that details age, composition, capacity, physical locations, etc…Any drawings or maps of the park and infrastructure including lot sizesSewer plant or septic system repair and maintenance recordsWater well tests and compliance recordsDisclosure from seller of current or recent problems with infrastructure including buildings, water, sewer/septic, gas, electric, etc…Names and contact information of contractors including plumbers, tree surgeons, electricians, gas inspectors, septic companies, roto-rooter services, etc…Locale ChecklistProfile local housing market:“Stick-built” – current foreclosure rate, months of available inventory, median home price, average rent per month, vacancy rateApartments – average rent per month, vacancy rate, prevalence of move-in specials…MHPs Comps – average monthly charges (rent, utilities, etc…), vacancy rate, # of homes for sale, etc…Profile local economy including population, major employers, unemployment rate and trendsCopies of city, county and state permits, licenses or certificates of occupancyCheck zoning for recent or pending changes to target property and adjacent parcelsCheck for known environmental issues with target property, adjacent parcels or in the communityCheck for major development or construction projects in the communityReview existing surveys or environmental reportsConsider geographic factors including elevation, annual snow fall, rain fall, proximity to bodies of water, etc…Disclosure from seller of current or recent lawsuits, regulatory or compliance issues, fines, fees, etc…

12 March 2020 | 8 replies
Per the instructions to Maryland Form 502CR (under a special note), "If you had wages subject to tax in a locality in Pennsylvania, you may file Form 502CR to claim a state and local tax credit.

13 March 2020 | 8 replies
I recently purchased a deal from a wholesaler, but I also am on my 6th apartment deal and am also a licensed agent who specializes in this space.

12 March 2020 | 4 replies
It is all legal... it has a special use permit and was on the lot before the area was zoned r4.

2 June 2020 | 6 replies
@Rob Forest It does not require any special skills any decent handyman can handle it especially if they have done it before and many will have.

7 June 2020 | 8 replies
I received a lot of good advice from my accountant who specializes in real estate, and strongly recommend you get advice from a qualified CPA/Attorney, etc.

2 June 2020 | 2 replies
Hi,I am located in Denver, CO and I am looking for a recomendation on an accountant and an attorney that specialize in foreign investor clients.

3 June 2020 | 7 replies
I would strongly suggesting working with a CPA who specializes in both international taxation and REI to ensure you don't end up in a tight spot.

3 June 2020 | 7 replies
Do you have specialized work experience like plumbing, electrical, etc.?

2 June 2020 | 5 replies
I would prioritize finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation over one that is local.There are 20+ accountants on this message board who specialize in real estate taxation.