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Karolina Powell First time interested in a larger multi-family - how do I verify financials?
26 September 2024 | 17 replies
You can also ask the tenant to sign an estoppel, which essentially has them verify the rent they are paying.As for expenses, the main areas where they can go awry include property taxes, which you can determine on your own; the mortgage, which you can also calculate; insurance, for which you’ll have a quote beforehand; and utilities, for which you can obtain the bills from the landlord.
Benjamin Louie Anyone hosting in NYC?
25 September 2024 | 2 replies
I would imagine operating in NYC right now is essentially playing with fire.
Shay Sherbotseli Property purchase near philadelphia (Main line or farther away)
26 September 2024 | 14 replies
Getting to know the towns, neighborhoods, streets and actual properties is essential and far more important than just one town name versus another.At this point, you don't know anything about your future tenant, so I wouldn't assume they are trying to get to the city.
Josh Ennis Advice for Aspiring Spec Builder?
25 September 2024 | 6 replies
These connections will be essential as you begin identifying growing markets, securing land deals, and navigating new construction loans or cash investments.
Diem N. Dryer Vent Cleaning - who pays for it?
26 September 2024 | 11 replies
Last cleaning cycle, I had two of my properties with disconnected/damaged vent ducts that essentially vented the dryer into the basement (in one case) or the attic (in the other case).  
Joe Morello "Price Improvement!" - Is it really?
25 September 2024 | 0 replies
While this term might sound like a positive development, it is essentially a rebranding of the traditional "Price Reduction."
Lilly Fang For flip, should I have an LLC or just as an individual? What about BRRR?
25 September 2024 | 5 replies
You can already write off expenses like mileage and meals as a sole proprietor, which is essentially what you’re doing now.For BRRRR, keep in mind that refinancing a property owned by an LLC can be more difficult, as many lenders prefer to deal with individuals.
Darrick Lowe How to split heat and hot water amongst tenants?
27 September 2024 | 14 replies
Also they remove the need for a chimney and individual water heaters since the exhaust is essentially moisture. our HVAC does most of their work in the city if you want contact info- He's installed 3 for us just this last year lol In basic terms It would involve:-Permits / approval-Additional Meters X 3 (all thru UGI, they coordinate with contractor)-3 additional units to accommodate each apartment.
Suman Nandi Must have tools for a new STR investor.
24 September 2024 | 9 replies
I’d appreciate some feedback on my current approach and advice if any.Here’s what I’ve done so far:Pre-Approval: I’ve secured a pre-approval amount and interest rate from an online mortgage lender.Property Analysis: I’m using the mortgage and STR calculators from BiggerPockets to assess the financials for potential properties.Neighborhood Research: I’ve been exploring different neighborhoods using Niche to get insights into schools, safety, and livability.AirDNA: I’m considering subscribing to AirDNA for data on occupancy rates and rental income estimates.Questions:Is AirDNA worth the investment for STR data?