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Hi all,I am considering entering real estate investing. As one of the first steps, I am trying to come up with a buy box. But before that, I want to know what is a good way to determine my purchasing power. I want to ...
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Hello,
I'm trying to calclulate the Debt Service Coverage Ratio. In order to determine NOI, do I include only annual repair and maintenance expenses or also a budget for long-term capital expenditures (roof, heatin...
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I’m comping in a area in Detroit that doesn’t really have any fixer upper homes near the one I’m trying to wholesale, so what do I do to determine the ARV and determine my MAO? Do I just comp it with the other distres...
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Would love to hear how other lenders get good returns on helping investors on the smaller deals (say under $100k) and the different strategies they use to do so. Thank you!
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Having been in the real estate and general contracting market for 9+ years I would like to have a better understanding of Real Estate Development specifics and hope to find answers to the following questions based on ...
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I currently live outside the US, but am determined to start building my real estate portfolio while abroad. I have purchased two properties in AZ site unseen via a good broker and property manager but not hitting any...
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I made the “nice guy” land lording mistake with a tenant.She now owes me about $3,000….I know, I’m an idiot.She moved out without me having to evict her.Can anyone offer any tips on Small claims court?Should I hire an...
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Looking for like minded people to mode, guide, and learn from investing in these areas multi- family and flipping property.Also in Chicago areas, Illinois suburbs, Indiana, Gary, and South Chicago as well. looking to ...
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Hey there, I'm curious what factors others are considering when determining what price to charge for room for rent. Please let me know if you have any insight or suggestions on how to maximize the rental income. I was...
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This question may be more specific to my market of Washington DC but maybe you can still help.I recently attended a REIA where a rehabber presented his latest flip and the entire process. At the end he shared his fina...