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How does an appraisal get above comps?
I'm new to the world of retail appraisals, as previously I've always sold to investors and never allowed for an appraisal contingency. I'm confused how values can go up and if the appraiser is using comps.
I liste...
Vic Vega
Using an LLC. Pros and Cons??
Hey everyone!I'm sure this topic has been discussed many times but I'd like to revisit it now as I'm thinking about creating an LLC for future investment properties. I'm new to buy and hold investing this year so I'm ...
Drew Vukov
Anyone ever use a TSP loan to purchase a rental?
TSP is the Feds 401K. I have been considering taking a loan out to purchase a rental property free and clear. The problem is loan repayment term is 5 years, which pretty much kills any cash flow. The interest rate is ...
Jon Schwartz
Your first $50k: SFR rental or LP in a syndication?
Hi everybody,Newbie here!My wife and I are in our mid-30s and have careers we love, so I see REI as a way to diversify our investment portfolio and create passive income. I envision myself buying a turnkey SFR rental ...
Dylan Barnard
Planting a Tree in the Backyard of a Rental
My friend who also invests in another market in Texas suggested that we plant a tree or two in the backyard of our new rental, says it is little cost now for a good return later. Thoughts?
Troy Ritter
VRBO ruined my business. Need advice!
I’m a 21-year active duty military guy who started renting my home after being transferred out-of-state. The home is in Anchorage, Alaska and I live in Atlanta. In 2014, I began doing short term rentals from May-Augus...
Shalay Cano
Wholesaling...Is it a legal practice?
I am attempting to begin my real estate investment business. I have been getting mixed reviews on whether the practice of wholesaling is legal or not. I've read that the benefits are that you need very little capital ...
Jim Young
Roof Replacement (Capex) vs. 1/2 Roof Replacement (Opex)?
The roof on my townhouse is nearing the end of it's useful life. The ridge cap recently blew off and I'm facing the old "repair or replace" question - with a twist. It's a simple peaked roof. The front slope faces ...
Alex Place
Renting with no security deposit or dividing the security deposit into rent
I own a few rental properties and had a question that I wanted to run by you all. My wife and I own a small real estate investment company and while our goal is to make a living off this company, we don't want to do i...
Gary F.
Investing in Philippines or Thailand?
I’m playing with the idea of buying for cash flow and for occasional vacation use in either of these countries. I saw (online and YouTube) a couple very nice developments in Cebu (Mactan Newton) and Manila.
I have n...