
7 January 2025 | 0 replies
Purchase price: $715,000 Cash invested: $297,000 Current Listed Price: $830,000Original Listed Price: $950,000 (4/13/2024)It has been reduced $120,000 in the las 6 months and hasn’t sold.

6 January 2025 | 2 replies
Diversifying geographically can also reduce risk and increase long-term returns.For example, there are several markets across the U.S. that are ideal for new investors because they offer affordable entry points, reliable cash flow, and strong economic fundamentals.

9 January 2025 | 35 replies
We upsell 3-to 4 simple packages that guests love; I have trained my cleaners to handle them (they make extra money), my VAs help schedule it with cleaners, and we still make a 50% profit margin on everything.

14 January 2025 | 18 replies
Another key benefit is diversification; an SDIRA allows you to include real estate in your portfolio, reducing risk by spreading your investments across different asset types, which isn’t possible with a standard IRA.Moreover, assets in an SDIRA often enjoy protection from creditors, adding a layer of security to your investments.

11 January 2025 | 7 replies
A good manager will handle tenant communication, security deposit transfers, and ensure a smooth transition for you.Changing managers doesn’t have to be difficult—following the agreement and partnering with a competent new PM will help you get things back on track.

12 January 2025 | 8 replies
Reduced competition and higher prices for renters.RealPage, of course, denies this.

7 January 2025 | 2 replies
One of my early properties barely broke even, but after a couple of years, rent hikes and expense optimization turned it into a strong performer.For cash flow benchmarks, I usually aim for $200-$300 per unit, but your situation.. house hacking.. offers unique benefits like reduced living expenses and quicker equity buildup.

15 January 2025 | 15 replies
In response to your original question, closing agents should handle private loans just like a bank loan.

7 January 2025 | 12 replies
There are two large community pools, which are heated during the cooler months, tennis and pickle ball courts.The minimum STR period has been reduced from a year to six months.

7 January 2025 | 9 replies
@Kris Lou Be careful with agents as 95%+ of them really only know how to handle owner-occupied transactions.We don't do biz in Indianapolis, so this is unbiased info we hope you find useful:Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?