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5 May 2024 | 2 replies
@John Lim yes because segregation most likely would be worth it if you’re taking advantage of the short term rental tax strategy.
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6 May 2024 | 2 replies
Hello everyone,I'm currently diving into the world of medium-term rentals in the Bay Area and seeking guidance from seasoned professionals or mentors who can offer insights and advice as I embark on this journey.
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6 May 2024 | 37 replies
Not at this point, I am looking at short term 6 -12 month loans and if I understand hypothecation it works better with longer notes.
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6 May 2024 | 5 replies
But the goal would be to buy property and rent it at "Fair Market Value" lol and this term also got some flak in other groups.
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6 May 2024 | 5 replies
Without boring you with our analysis, at a 50% occupancy rate it would net us about the same as renting it out long-term.
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5 May 2024 | 2 replies
Alternatively, it seems like we can make this a short-term rental.
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6 May 2024 | 14 replies
My thought was to rent it as a mid term rental on Airbnb and vrbo etc because it’s in a desirable residential neighborhood walkable to schools and shopping.
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7 May 2024 | 21 replies
Also assuming my $50K, say is one unit out of 100 units, in theory my "unit" can be vacant for the term of the project (5 years) and I still receive CoC and an equity bump at the end.
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6 May 2024 | 1 reply
Consider your long-term plans and local zoning regulations carefully to make an informed decision.Good luck!
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5 May 2024 | 3 replies
If you buy a condo in one of these locations and rent it out short-term, does the condo complex usually handle rentals, or do you need to find a manager?