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Abrahm Dimmitt Prop stream or Deal Machine?
17 January 2025 | 35 replies
Been thinking about investing in one of these sites, but want to hear which other wholesalers have had more success with and which offers the most benefits versus the cost.
Ezra Avery Hello & Thank You
7 January 2025 | 5 replies
that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.
Del Brady Can an introvert without a sales background succeed in REI?
14 January 2025 | 16 replies
If you can relate, what were the first steps you took and how did you build your confidence in REI?
Shayan Sameer Seeking Advice on Real Estate Investing Strategies
12 January 2025 | 6 replies
A Heloc is an open end mortgage same as a credit card the only benefit is that you only pay on the amount you borrow.
Heather Bailey Insuring your House Hack
13 January 2025 | 6 replies
This protects against potential claims and liabilities specific to the rental.For tax purposes, maintain clear records of rental-related income and expenses, allowing deductions for insurance, utilities, maintenance, and depreciation proportionate to the rental unit.
David R Pustelnik Looking to maximize my potential with rental properties
16 January 2025 | 7 replies
If you could be so kind, please provide me a list of benefits I would gain with a Property Manager.Again, thank you for your feedback.
Colleen A Levitt DSCR out of a DSCR?
9 January 2025 | 15 replies
You need to do a cost-benefit analysis to determine if it's worth it.  
Melanie Baldridge What is MACRS classification?
10 January 2025 | 0 replies
When it comes to real estate, here's a general list of eligible assets and their depreciable lifespans that you should know: Residential Rental Property = 27.5 yearsThis includes any building or structure where 80% or more of its gross rental income is from residential units.That means:- Apartment buildings- Single-family rental homes- Duplexes, triplexes, and quadplexes- Mobile homes (used for residential rental)- Any kind of residential lodging facility where the primary purpose is long-term rentalCommercial Property = 39 yearsThis includes non-residential properties like:-Office buildings-Retail stores and shopping centers-Warehouses-Industrial complexes-Hotels and motels that do not qualify as residential rental propertyLand Improvements = 15 yearsThese include sidewalks, roads, fencing, some landscaping, and parking lots that are separate from the building.Personal Property = 5 or 7 yearsPersonal property used in a rental activity usually has a 5 or 7-year life.This includes most furniture, appliances, carpeting and various machinery.Qualified Improvement Property (QIP) = 15 yearsGenerally, this includes any improvements made to the interior of a non-residential building after the building was placed in service, excluding elevators, enlargements, and the internal structural framework.Computers and Related Peripheral Equipment = 5 yearsVehicles = 5 yearsNote that the land itself is not depreciable.
Ven Bud Rookie question on negative cashflow investment
13 January 2025 | 7 replies
And, factor in the depreciation and other tax benefits, deductions, home office, vehicle expenses, etc. 
Mead Vest looking for particulars about how partnerships work
10 January 2025 | 2 replies
How many years managing is equivalent to the benefit of the 20% down?