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Hi All,I'm Devin Elfers I and a New Investor in the greater Cincinnati/Dayton Area. I am in the works of finding my first deal. I have 0 background in construction or REI, but I have been listening to PODCASTs, readin...
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I have a 4 plex I've owned as a rental for 3 years. Cost basis 300k, value 600k. Can I 1031 exchange this into a nice $600k SFH that I rent out, and later on move into to as my primary residence?How long would I have...
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This week's post goes out to the data-driven folk...First, let's talk about two key metrics: Average Daily Rate (ADR) and Occupancy Rate (%).Understanding ADR: Maximizing Rental IncomeThe Average Daily Rate (ADR) is a...
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Hey guys,I am just about to close on my first rental property and I am trying to find the best app to collect rents and help manage my property. Can I get a few suggestions please?
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I am closing on a rental at the end of the month. In my inspection there was mold found in the attic as well as a small amount in the basement. The inspector said both were pretty minor but I should have it checked ou...
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Hi All,Typically, my primary focus is the Cap rate and appreciation potential because I've been all cash on previous deals. However, more and more I'm leaning toward financing given the current interest rates. This "c...
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Hi- I have a 3 flat that is not within the ADU zone. With the city contemplating expanding the ADU ability to city wide, is there any benefit to doing a rezoning now (assuming successful) before the citywide expansion...
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On September 27th of 2022 I bought my first rental property. Here are four things I have learned since then:
1. No matter how much information you read, listen to, or talk about with other investors, you will not...
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Hi,my parents are retired and are planning on retiring to colombia. We have a house in Pennsylvania and want to rent it out or sell it.I'm leaning more towards renting than selling cause the house is almost paid off a...
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So I’m having some analysis paralysis with looking at a Cash out refi vs a HELOC on my primary residence. To paint a picture, living in a townhome and will rent it out when we move in 2-4 years. I want to take advanta...