
25 November 2024 | 36 replies
in 2021 but Looks like they existed since 1906 as CIVIS.I know they partnered with transunion for screening. have you used this service and does it give a decent report?

23 November 2024 | 15 replies
There's a nexus of factors tied to the LLC lending question worth noting.Typically we use a specific type of private business-purpose note that enables LLC lending.Other benefits of this note include: No Income Verification, No Credit Reporting, LLC Liability and Privacy protection, Unlimited Number of Loans, Far Less Documentation,... many obvious and non-obvious reasons savvy investors run this route.These notes are also competitive with FHA/VA/Conventional interest rates; however a 15-20% minimum down payment is required.Happy to help you cover the bases.

19 November 2024 | 1 reply
After reviewing the latest ordinances, reports, and city guidelines, here’s a summary of my findings as of 11/18/2024:Key FindingsPermit Types and Fees:Type 1 (Owner-Occupied): $300 for 3 years.Type 2 (Non-Owner-Occupied): $450 for 3 years.Density caps apply to Type 2 permits (12.5% of block face).Enforcement:3 violations in 3 years lead to permit revocation.Fines up to $500/day for violations.Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT):City: 9%, County: 1.75%, State: 6%.Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO will remit directly to the city starting Feb 2025.Platform Obligations:STRs must have valid permits; unpermitted properties will be removed by platforms like Airbnb.Special Exceptions for Density Limits:Require approval by the Board of Adjustment (BOA).Zip Code BreakdownI focused on these 11 zip codes:Under San Antonio Rules:78205, 78204, 78215, 78210, 78212, 78245, 78258Independent Municipalities (Separate Rules):Alamo Heights (78209)Leon Valley (78238)Helotes (78023)Next Steps:Research density caps and zoning in specific zip codes.Dive into independent municipality rules for Alamo Heights, Leon Valley, and Helotes.Evaluate market maturity and income potential using tools like AirDNA.If anyone has experience operating STRs in San Antonio or these specific zip codes, I’d love to hear your insights, especially about density limits, enforcement trends, or community sentiment.Thanks in advance!

20 November 2024 | 18 replies
This feature and the financial reporting piece of it really saved my life!!

7 December 2024 | 150 replies
While those with a small amount of mortgages are exempt from many servicing requirements, you are not exempt from all collection requirements, giving a proper accounting, notices, tax reports, late payment notices and collection matters.

20 November 2024 | 4 replies
I put my criteria clearly in the listing: 3x income over rent, 85% on-time payment history on credit report, and good references from past landlord.The biggest mistake you can make is taking the word of a current landlord.

19 November 2024 | 0 replies
That's because it is a lot of work scanning and attaching each tenant's lease.Best, it will include a statement the tenant will release the old landlord from security deposit refund liability when the sale goes through, and look only to the new owner for any refund.Ideally, sellers should be required to counter-sign each letter, confirming the accuracy of the contents.Exact wording of the letters, timing of when presented to tenants, and consequences to the sale itself if some letters are missing or contain negative reports, are all deal-specific.Where does the "estoppel" come in?

19 November 2024 | 5 replies
One thing Airbnb and VRBO can not do is help schedule cleaning and maintenance tasks, owner accounting reports, and direct booking options that hosts need to go to next level.

19 November 2024 | 6 replies
There will be a consultation and assessment to determine your business goals, strategies, etc.Research to identify the grants that are most aligned with your goals and strategies.Preparation of documents using a checklist to simplify the process.Application submission.Follow up with you, the client for clear compliance and reporting expectations once a grant has been awarded to you.Here are a few resources for accessing grant funding:Grants.govUSA.gov/GrantsNational Institute of HealthSmall Business Administration - GrantsHave you utilized grants in your real estate portfolio?

18 November 2024 | 11 replies
@Sandra Ho, It sounds like you are talking about late payments on their credit report for things like credit cards, car payments, student loans, etc.