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24 October 2024 | 7 replies
It will cost you a lot more in the long run.
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8 October 2024 | 1 reply
I wanted to see how everyone else is doing with their rentals in North County San Deigo.We have rentals in the Oceanside, Vista, Carlsbad, and San Marcos areas.We have noticed a shift in our vacancies.
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24 October 2024 | 5 replies
Details2,819 SF, single family residence, 4 bedroom, 3 bath house, with a poolThe house is in a very desirable location.Market Value - $950,000Mortgage Balance - $226,137 (10 years left)Martgage Payment - $2,250/moInterest Rate – 3.5% Average Rental comps - $4,430/mo (looking at the comps I think it is above average)It certainly looks like it would cash flow, but that leaves buying a new house with a small downpayment and high interest rate.
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24 October 2024 | 15 replies
Just some food for thought for those who invest in mortgage notes and think buying seconds cheap gets you in the business at a low barrier to entry - it is cheap until you have to reinstate or payoff a first lien.
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24 October 2024 | 3 replies
Hey guys, I bought a house in South Carolina this year and I was told the value of the house is being re-assessed this year for property taxes.
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24 October 2024 | 7 replies
Hello everyone,I’m in the process of replacing the backyard fence at one of my properties in Memphis, TN, and I’m considering upgrading from the current dog ear style to a more modern horizontal cedar wood fence.
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10 October 2024 | 8 replies
You do have to be aware of cultural differences and other challenges:- In other countries, workers ALWAYS take their birthdays off- You should inquire about & respect local holidays- Timezone differences of more than 2-4 hours, can lead to mysterious "sick" days.
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24 October 2024 | 1 reply
I've been in Lisbon for around 4 years - initially travelling between London and Lisbon before settling.
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8 October 2024 | 9 replies
My tenant allegedly got locked in the bathroom.
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24 October 2024 | 10 replies
I'm from Newburyport and lived in Seaport for a while.