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Got a call from a prospect with a full time job & several foster kids for whom he has guardianship. Without the (substantial) payments he receives for each child, he wouldn't qualify under our income criteria. Ho...
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Generally speaking, do upgrades such as kitchen remodeling, flooring, and bathroom remodeling cause the same forced appreciation as single family homes or similar properties?
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Bank foreclosure listed for 90K
Needs about 45-50K rehab/clean up.
Comps 125K conservative
We would buy and rehab with cash but would take a good amount of time and work.
Should I offer the bank 45K?
It's been on...
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Our property does not fit into 50% or the 2% rules; but I am still in a dilemma of weather to rent it out or sell the home. Any wisdom in the matter is really appreciated.
Here are the details:
Market: ...
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Hello BP,I am fairly new to RE investing and was wanting to know some of the back end math to it. How much do you pay to remodel, how do you figure if the house is cash flow positive for a buy and hold situation. What...
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I have a budget of 40k for a rehab Is that enough for a Philadelphia home rehab on average? I plan on attending the sheriff sale to grab a property. I know it depends on the overall condition of the property, but on ...
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Can anyone share their knowledge of what Section 8 is currently paying for 3-bedroom apartments in Bronzeville - Chicago? I assume it’s a range based on amenities and updates. What’s the range that you’ve seen?
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Hello all, Just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate everyone on this site. I've learned more here than anywhere else in my time in real estate. So I'm selling one of my Airbnb's in Myrtle Beach and will have...
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An often overlook discussion of multifamily investing are utilities. While the topic may not be top of mind among most investors having a plan reading them could mean the difference between added income or incurring u...
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Hi everyone!
Hope everyone is enjoying their new year. My wife and I are close to closing on our first STR property in Saint Augustine, FL. I have listened to numerous podcasts about being able to prove material part...