12 February 2024 | 13 replies
Through networking, one may learn about the market, possible transactions, and the best ways to invest locally.This may be a really effective tactic to increase value if you're willing to consider homes in need of minor repairs.
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11 February 2024 | 15 replies
This information can help in tailoring products and services to the local market.Cultural and Recreational Opportunities:Consider the cultural amenities and recreational opportunities available in Cincinnati.
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10 February 2024 | 0 replies
 16 terms you need to know in commercial real estate:1.Internal Rate of Return (IRR): A metric used to estimate the annualized return on an investment based on the timing and magnitude of cash flows.2.Cash-on-Cash Return: The annual income generated by a property expressed as a percentage of the initial cash investment.3.Discount Rate: The rate used to discount future cash flows to their present value in financial models; often represents the required rate of return.4.Capital Expenditures (CapEx): The funds set aside for property improvements, renovations, or major repairs.5.Gross Operating Income (GOI): The total income generated by a property before subtracting operating expenses.6.Operating Expenses: The costs associated with managing and maintaining a property, including utilities, taxes, insurance, and maintenance.7.Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR): A measure of a property’s ability to cover its debt payments, typically calculated as NOI divided by debt service.8.Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio: The ratio of the loan amount to the property’s appraised value, used to assess risk in financing.9.Equity Multiple: A measure of the total return on an investment, calculated as the ratio of total cash flows to initial equity investment.10.Residual Land Value: The estimated value of land after deducting development costs and desired profit margins.11.Sensitivity Analysis: A technique used to assess how changes in key variables (e.g., rent, expenses, interest rates) affect financial model outcomes.12.Operating Pro Forma: A projection of a property’s income and expenses over a specified period, typically used for budgeting and financial analysis.13.Cash Flow Waterfall: A structured distribution of cash flows to different stakeholders in a real estate project, often involving equity investors, lenders, and developers.14.Leverage: The use of borrowed funds (e.g., a mortgage) to finance a real estate investment, potentially amplifying returns but also increasing risk.15.Equity Investment: The amount of money invested by equity partners or investors in a real estate project. 16.
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9 February 2024 | 11 replies
The tenant hasn't requested any repairs for 2 months.
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11 February 2024 | 12 replies
You may want to exchange into something less risky from a larger repair perspective.
11 February 2024 | 3 replies
I went straight to customer service and told them what was happening and what had happend.
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11 February 2024 | 1 reply
To focus on providing higher end service to my clients than a typical lightly decorated place and over communicate to establish regular stays!
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10 February 2024 | 3 replies
Then they use Proscopes Services to get it scoped, rehabbed with a project manager if needed and sold with one of our affiliated realtors with a discounted rate.
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11 February 2024 | 2 replies
Please let me know if I can ever be of service to you in the Atlanta area.
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11 February 2024 | 4 replies
Much of the employment are service workers, or public employees, though more and more we see people that work remotely part time.