Brandon Allenczy
"Gifting" a down payment?
I've heard of many people borrowing a down payment for buying a property when using traditional financing. Whenever I speak to a lender, however, they make it very clear that you can't "borrow" a down payment and it h...
Yamato Shinubashi
Building an Ultramodern House in Traditional Kyoto
Faced with strict building codes, a family finds ways to work ultramodern design into a storied setting.
What do you do if you want an ultramodern house in ultratraditional Kyoto, the cultural heart of Japan?...
Clark Inskeep
I am looking for a Landlord app?
Hello,
I am looking for a landlord app that I could use to screen tenants and also accept online rent payments. Looking for quality & affordable. I currently only have 2 rentals but looking to add to investment...
Martin Quiroz
Los Angeles based broker/investor
Licensed as a RE Broker in CA, as an attorney in Colombia and soon in CA. Broker/Owner of a real estate brokerage based in Encino, CA. Heavily experienced in finance regulations and compliance.Eager to invest, acquire...
Yna P.
Summary of Short Term Rentals in Colorado
Since The state of Colorado implemented a new rental law this year, I wanted to gather facts & know your thoughts about the following:1. Is it more difficult to apply for short-term rental permits and home constru...
Nick Troutman
Tips on managing properties for the first time
Do I need any sort of license or anything to manage my own properties? What if I was to hire someone to help me? Any tips on how to screen the tenants? What are the biggest pitfalls I should look out for?
Ember Meadows
Alan Cowgill and Private Money
Hey I went to my local REIA meeting last week and Alan Cowgill was the guest speaker. He is one of the gurus out there about getting private money lenders. Just wondering how many have used his curriculum and what th...
Christopher Broussard
Question Regarding Investor Deal
So, I'll try to be brief, but include as much information as needed to give an informed reply.I've worked with a guy for seven years who has a lot of money in savings and stocks. He has, over the years, discussed real...
Randall Re II
Why going through a scope of work is important in real estate
A scope of work is a document that outlines the specific tasks, deliverables, and milestones that are involved in a project. In the context of real estate, a scope of work might be used to define the terms of a renova...
Jason Brown
Miami Condo (Allapattah Buy and Hold)
Investment Info:
Condo buy & hold investment.
Purchase price: $300,000
Cash invested: $90,000
Nice 2/2 condo in very high demand area in downtown Miami. Idea was to secure favorable mortgage be...