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The journey from flipping houses to investing in an apartment complex can seem daunting at first, but with the right guidance and plenty of patience it is definitely achievable. Before taking the plunge into a larger ...
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Two years ago I purchased a 200+ unit apartment complex in Dallas, TX for $6 million that appraised at $7.4 million at closing.The purchase was 100% off market as I located the deal by doing a targeted direct mail cam...
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I'm getting close to having the first 8 units of my 20 unit rehab ready for paint! I really would like some input from fellow BP'rs on this subject. Here are my thoughts....
Initially I was going satin or eggshell on ...
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Situation:There's an apartment complex that due to some severe mishandling, was about to be foreclosed. Someone came in and loaned them the money to pay the back taxes and fees, charging hard money rates.- Loan amoun...
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I have a couple homes I want to sell and would like to market to the renters that might be looking to buy a home. (First time home buyers, etc.) Is there anything wrong with putting door hangers on the local apartment...
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I suspect everyone buying an apartment complex uses some list that they check against when they inspect the individual units. Can you share yours here?I suspect you have a different checklist for each room:KitchenLivi...
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Thanks in advance for your consideration. I'm putting in a 20-30 door complex and would like to reduce key management overhead with technology.Are there any smart lock systems that would give wireless entry to common ...
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Follow these 7 steps to underwrite any commercial multifamily deal:1. Determine In-Place RevenueUsing a rent roll, determine the in-place rent amounts the property is collecting.2. Determine Operating ExpensesThese ar...
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Bigger Pockets.. Its been a long time. Since my last time on here I've successfully purchased my first investment property. A triplex, currently trending to have a full ROI in around 4.5 years. Seeing the potential...
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Hi folks. I am looking at an apartment complex that has a forty year old boiler/chiller system that will cost up to $125K to replace. One option is to replace it with a split ductless systems, which may cost as much...