Michael Nguyen
Higher appraisal tips
I bought a duplex in Drexel Hill, PA on a hard money loan. I did the reno, and now in the middle of refinancing. The appraisal came at $35K less than my estimate. I made an appeal, but I'm still shy $22K. I elected to...
Bubba McCants
Potential Real Estate Investments
Hey Bigger Pockets community! I'm a real estate agent and investor and exploring different strategies. I'm curious to know: What key factors do you prioritize when analyzing a potential real estate investment deal? An...
Kris Hodges
Do HOA dues effect home value?
Hello,
I am seeking input from appraisers, lenders, agents, or experienced house flippers on the affects of HOA dues and home valuations. Has anyone experienced a decrease in valuation or sales prices due to a proper...
Helen Lancheros
Short Term Rentals / RB&B best markets
Hi Everyone,My husband and I are looking to invest out of state in short-term rentals or Airbnb properties. Can you suggest the best markets or cities to invest in currently, focusing on cash flow and home appreciation?
Oren H.
How to choose between different insurance quotes?
While shopping for insurance, I got quotes from different insurance providers. As far as I can tell, these offerings are pretty similar (same coverages, same deductibles, both replacement cost, both has loss of use, e...
David S.
Future mortgage rates
I'm curious what the thoughts are on future mortgage rates, say 5-10 years out. It would seem to me that most subscribe to the philosophy that rates will stay low indefinitely, in part because that's the new precedent...
Kristy Paradis
Any one familiar with the market in CENTRAL CT?
My husband and I have flipped two (owner occupied homes) in Central CT and Litchfield County. We are very eager to purchase our first rental property, but knowing that CT’s economy is anything but solid, we are tryin...
Sheer Birnbaum
Mortgages in the shadow of inflation
Hey all,I'm a beginning investor and have yet to take out a mortgage as of yet.I've been reading and researching for the last month or so and have several concerns before I dive in deep.One such concern is how will in...
Wes M.
Calendar Availability and Length of Stay
Hi everyone. We are located in a seasonal coastal community. How does everyone set their calendar availability? Currently, I only have 45 days open with a minimum length of stay of 3 nights. Should we open the calenda...
Cohen Woster
Land Development JDA
Hey all!Does anyone have any experience with a Joint Development Agreement in land development? Say I had entitled, ready to build land - what would a JDA with a developer look like? More specifically, if I put my lan...