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What is the general concensus? Is there an official formula (if so - state source)
I look at each apartment (or individually rented unit) and determine how many days of the year were paid (meaning, I do not care if ...
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Hey,
Had a quick question relating to finding "fair prices" for general / sub contractors in my area. Recent ran across the "RSMeans Contractor's Pricing Guide: Residential Repair & Remodeling 2013 (Means Residen...
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I am just curious -- why do I continue to hear of the following as an indication of success in real estate when neither is appropriate? --
[1] "# of Doors" (i.e. "I have 40 doors in my portfolio")
[2] "X Dollar Po...
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Investment Info:
Single-family residence buy & hold investment.
Purchase price: $715,000
Cash invested: $297,000
Current Listed Price: $830,000
Original Listed Price: $950,000 (4/13/2024)It has ...
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The duplex is completely renovated and is on a tiny street with similar duplexs. Its slightly smaller than rest tho BUT It is the nicest. They are asking $135K which is $145/sqft. The average in the area is only ~$90/...
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What does it mean when a counteroffer says this from the listing agent: "Buyer shall be credited $10k for escrow fees and other fees."Does it mean $10k reduction in purchase price? Or does it mean any additional fees ...
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Let's hear the opinions from those experienced:
Taking into account the spread potential, current legal climate, competiton, and risk, which of these 2 business models has and ...
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Across the country, all cash buyers paid 23% less per square foot than other buyers. In the first quarter of 2016 cash buyers paid on average $91 per square foot versus $118 for all buyers.Some cities had big discoun...
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It seems like market is cooling down a bit. Summer time it may pick up a little. Is it better to wait for Q4 to buy a rental in California?
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I have a 4 plex that is fully occupied and is averaging around $350 a month for sewer/water/trash. The sewer fee is about 1/3 of the overall bill. I am being told by a nearby landlord with identical buildings that the...