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Stephanie Baron Philadelphia Rowhouse Renovation
24 February 2024 | 0 replies
Additionally, I added a new boiler, installed air conditioning mini splits, and refinished the original hardwood flooring throughout the house.
Al Palomo I've used personal funds for LLC bills
25 February 2024 | 8 replies
Yes, failure to observe corporate formalities can lead to piercing the corporate veil, but if it was only obeying you, then you can be sued in your own right, in addition to the corporate entity.Then there’s the question of umbrella insurance.
Robert Mendenhall Older area home issues
26 February 2024 | 16 replies
Some of the problems are that the wire can become brittle, the insulation wears off over time, the porcelain insulators may be broken, it is ungrounded and all the splices and additions to the circuitry is more of a load than these old systems were ever supposed to carry.
Derrick Moody Section 8 Housing
25 February 2024 | 7 replies
Your local PHA may also have resources to help match landlords with eligible tenants.The PHA must approve the lease agreement, ensuring it complies with Section 8 rules and rent limits.Pros:Guaranteed Rent Payments (sometimes even 100% based on certain tenant criteria)High demand for Section 8 rentals, which can reduce vacancy periods.Many Section 8 tenants prefer to stay long-term, reducing turnover rates.Cons:Properties must meet and maintain HUD's health and safety standards, which can involve additional maintenance and inspection requirements.The PHA limits how much rent you can charge, which may be lower than the market rate in some areas.Tenants must qualify for Section 8 based on income level and other factors, which may limit the pool of potential renters.Dealing with government agencies can sometimes be time-consuming and bureaucratic.In summary, converting your home into a Section 8 rental can be a good strategy for attracting and maintaining long-term tenants due to the stability and reliability of government-backed rent payments.
Mary Ciccarelli System to record properties
25 February 2024 | 5 replies
QuickBooksQuickBooks can be a good option for tracking the financial aspects of your deals, such as downpayment, funding sources, mortgage details, and cash flow.Pros:Widely used, with robust reporting features.Can track both income and expenses, making it easier to manage the financial health of your properties.Offers integrations with banks and lending institutions for easier transaction tracking.Cons:There might be a learning curve if you're not familiar with accounting software.May require customization or additional apps to track all the specific real estate details you mentioned.3.
Peyton LaBarbera Question about cap rates
26 February 2024 | 15 replies
Additionally, considering the average cap rate in the area could give you a better idea of whether this property is a good investment compared to others in the same area.
Radhika Kapur Property Management negligence leads to $100k in damages, what are my options?
26 February 2024 | 29 replies
I'd let the property management company know that your insurance company denied the claim you filed and have them contact their property management insurance (E &O) in addition to sending you the contact information to their insurance agent's name, contact information, and policy number. 
Mary Ainsworth Is it rude to have your agent walk each property for you before you put in an offer?
27 February 2024 | 43 replies
That being said, if you have 20 properties you want to see it might be nice to send them a gas card (broker permitting) in addition to their commission.
Jeremy Medina How would you manage utilities in a 2 unit with no separate meters?
25 February 2024 | 6 replies
If the water bill is $100 a month, increase the price by 20% (or whatever you decide is fair) to compensate you for the time required to split and bill and to cover additional use when tenants squander the utility.
Patrick Flanagan False Google reviews
24 February 2024 | 2 replies
Thanks,Pat I have a business different than REI and recently received an email from a company who are in the business of removing negative Google reviews.