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Jesus C. Has anyone found any decent property manager in Bakersfield/Oildale, CA?
27 June 2024 | 8 replies
Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – so, they often select the first PMC they call or that calls them back!
Sumit Kaul loan agains equity/etf vs 401K vs other options
27 June 2024 | 2 replies
@Sumit Kaul yes, you can do this and it usually takes a reasonable amount of assets to perform this. 
Hali Cordle Seller will add me as a co-host on their existing Airbnb account….
29 June 2024 | 7 replies
There is no way to transfer the listing ownership to a co-host through Airbnb. 
Dusty Cady Investing with a partner who will live in the home
30 June 2024 | 4 replies
First, I'll say "no way"!  
John Campbell LLC vs Umbrella Insurance vs Other Options
28 June 2024 | 10 replies
Converting your single-family home into a rental property involves several considerations to protect yourself and ensure smooth operations: Establish an LLC:Liability Protection: Holding the rental property in an LLC can protect your personal assets from potential lawsuits related to the property.Tax Benefits: An LLC can offer tax advantages, such as pass-through taxation, where rental income is taxed at your individual income tax rate.Insurance:Landlord Insurance: Ensures coverage for property damage, liability claims, and loss of rental income.Umbrella Policy: Provides additional liability coverage beyond your landlord insurance, offering extra protection.Deductions:Mortgage Interest and Property Taxes: Continue to deduct these expenses.Depreciation: Depreciate the cost of the property over 27.5 years, excluding the land value.Maintenance and Repairs: Deduct costs related to maintaining the property.Property Management Fees: Deduct fees paid to the property manager.Filing Taxes:Schedule E: Report rental income and expenses on Schedule E of your tax return.Separate Accounts: Maintain separate bank accounts for rental income and expenses to simplify bookkeeping.Lease Agreement:Solid Lease Terms: Ensure your lease agreement is thorough, covering rent amount, due date, late fees, maintenance responsibilities, and eviction terms.Legal Review: Have the lease agreement reviewed by a real estate attorney to ensure compliance with local laws.Tenant Screening:Background Checks: Perform credit, criminal, and eviction history checks on prospective tenants.References: Contact previous landlords and employers for references.Property Management:Regular Inspections: Schedule regular property inspections to ensure it's being maintained properly.Maintenance Fund: Set aside a reserve fund for unexpected repairs and maintenance.Moving Out of State:Communication: Maintain open communication with your property manager.
Frank Greg GC: Average Total Labor Cost on New Build
27 June 2024 | 62 replies
No need to take offense we are all in this together. 
Devon Moore Direct Booking Sites
1 July 2024 | 13 replies
Booking challenges would be no different than using Airbnb/VRBO.
Jen Menchaca Jonesboro, Arkansas Cashflow
29 June 2024 | 8 replies
From the podcast it sounds like a viable option for cashflow, but I have no real world experience of the area.