Henry W.
Can I build two Single Family on a lot of 11000sf
3 February 2016 | 13 replies
If I were going to be cutting potential future buyers out based on type of financing they can use, that could shrink my pool of potential buyers, impact future value and marketability, and I'd want to know now.
Joey Clairessa M.
Wholesaling
1 February 2016 | 2 replies
So be sure that your contract has terms that you can actually meet, so that you don't end up in hot water with the owner.
Joe Henry
Duplex Deal - Good by the Numbers or by Property Value?
6 February 2016 | 25 replies
Since this is not big enough to be seen as a commercial property, they'll be looking at sold comps and won't give you a mortgage on something that appears to be 'under water'.
Account Closed
What should I know about Erie, Pennsylvania?
29 February 2016 | 10 replies
Miles of bike paths, rentals, a water taxi, and many beaches to choose from.
Nicholas S.
First visit to my propery In 5 Years - got some questions.
3 February 2016 | 13 replies
Formica counters looked to have a medium degree of water damage here and there.
Edouard Pierre
Good BRRRR deal? Chicago 2-Flat with room for improvement!
2 February 2016 | 7 replies
When using the Rental Calculator should I adjust my prices so that they reflect only one flow/unit of income and keep all my vacancy rates, cap ex, maintenance repairs, water, etc... all the same?
Lou Davis
Should I purchase my primary residence in cash?
4 February 2016 | 4 replies
Option 1) buying in cash for self use 3 year cost/gainGainsestimated 2% property value gain per year on $200,000 (cash cost of house) = $12000losseshouse insurance per year $1000 = $3000property tax $2000 = $6000heat and water = 700/year average = $2100 lossupkeep of house = $3000 (3 years)total loss = -$2100 (3 years) ------------------------------------------------Option 2) renting an apt/house for self use 3 year costGains $150/m maybe on $200,000 bank interest gain = $5,400 (3 years)Losses$1000 per month = $12,000 = $36000 (3 years) (no heat and water costs, no home insurance, no property tax though)total loss = - $31600 (3 years)-------------Option 3) investing to rent out house entirelyprice of home $200,000 gain $12,000 rent per year at $1000/m = $36,000$12,000 % increase per year value = $36,000(at estimated 2% value per year increase)lossinsurance per year $1000 = $3000property tax $2000 = $6000 (3 years) $150/m maybe on $200,000 bank interest gain = $5,400 (3 years)heat and water = 700/year = $2100 loss (3 years)upkeep of house = $3000 (3 years) total potential gain $72,000 over 3 years - $19,500 losses Total gain = +$52,500 (gain in 3 years)--------------------------------------------------I never really realized there was such a difference.
Mic Nguyen
Should I sell
8 February 2016 | 14 replies
While I don't know the specs on your current rental a 3/2 pool home will rent for $1600/mo here easily.
Robert Seed
Investor and Owner of Management Company in Charleston, SC
8 February 2016 | 16 replies
My wife and I hosted a pool party last summer at our house and Roby and Beth and their children attended.
Lynette Johnson
Tenant went bad after I gave good reference.
3 February 2016 | 15 replies
Everything filthy, water damaged window sills, carpet is pretty trashed from pet stains.