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Kevin Lefeuvre VRBO prohibits contacting guests before booking
16 August 2017 | 64 replies
Unlike John I do have undesired instant bookings though that I cancel.
Cole Hafner Turning primary residence (1st house) into a rental
17 September 2017 | 5 replies
Things like carpet that wear out and need cleaning between renters are undesirable.
James Wachob Out of State Investing Checklist
8 February 2023 | 25 replies
Also, zoom out far enough to make sure the home doesn't back up to something "undesirable." 
Chris Stoeckel Newbie in Bucks County PA
6 February 2018 | 15 replies
So basically I overpaid, the market tanked AND mostly, I bought in an undesirable neighborhood that I was afraid to go to...although it looked excellent on paper, it was a nightmare with  the tenants I had, evictions, trashing my houses, etc...every time I was on vacation, there would be drama. 
Silvia Ochoa Build to Rent? Does anyone do this?
7 August 2022 | 15 replies
The price to build shouldn’t change, so I personally would prefer to not build in an undesirable neighborhood. 
Chase Pickering First Investment Property in Texas!
4 January 2020 | 0 replies
Many properties were overpriced, in poorly performing neighborhoods, or had very undesirable characteristics impacting the deal.
Larry Bailey Common mistakes with investing in real estate
3 February 2023 | 5 replies
Here are some common mistakes made when investing in real estate:Not researching the market: Not researching the real estate market and local economic conditions before investing can lead to poor investment decisions.Overpaying for a property: Overpaying for a property can negatively impact the potential for rental income or appreciation and lead to a loss.Underestimating expenses: Failing to budget accurately for property management, maintenance, and repairs can quickly eat into any profits.Ignoring Location: Location is a crucial factor in real estate investment, and properties in undesirable locations are unlikely to appreciate or generate high rental income.Not thoroughly evaluating properties: Not thoroughly evaluating properties before purchasing, such as neglecting to have a property inspection or ignoring structural or repair issues, can lead to costly surprises down the road.Neglecting to diversify: Relying too heavily on a single property or market can be risky and lead to significant losses if that market experiences a downturn.Not considering tax implications: Failing to consider the tax implications of real estate investment, such as depreciation and property tax deductions, can result in missed opportunities for savings.Not having a clear exit strategy: Not having a clear exit strategy for when you want to sell the property or dispose of your investment can lead to missed opportunities for profit.It's essential to be aware of these common mistakes and consider all factors before making any real estate investment decisions.
Michael Plaks Lenders v. CPAs war: automobile depreciation
22 February 2021 | 3 replies
Several other factors can make 1st year super-depreciation undesirable
Matt Dabek Loopnet real estate trash bin
15 February 2019 | 26 replies
One is that whenever at all possible appraisers like to come in at the roundest number available, to underscore the inexactness of their appraisal value, secondly the appraisal did not adequately adjust comps for just how undesirable the neighborhood of my property was.
Joshua D. rental property calculator from bigger pockets
2 June 2017 | 14 replies
If you buy homes in neighborhoods that are undesirable, that only attract irresponsible tenants, you are buying yourself an expense.