Brandon McCombs
how to appraise a new structure (cost vs income approach)
Not sure what forum this best belongs in so I just picked one. I'm asking for opinions on the matter, especially from an appraiser's or loan officer's perspective.I've been told that the bldg I'm having to basicall...
Brian Erickson
For those of you who have gotten licensed..
How difficult was it to 'hang' your license with a broker?Are there brokers who are willing to let new agents 'hang' their license knowing they are investors?We live in an expensive market (Seattle) and have currently...
JC Coulter
Suggestions on Commercial Lender? I Bit Off More Than I Can Chew
Hi everyone! I put together a deal and ended up with a 15K square foot, 3 floor building. There's a lot of potential with this building but it needs ALOT of work. The place needs work on the roof, electric upgrade...
Joseph Parker
Part-Time Agent Feasibility opinions
Numerous times throughout the past few years, I've strongly considered taking the 90-hour course/exam to earn my license here in Indiana, but have heard mixed opinions from local agents on whether or not it would be f...
Jacob Hicks
Moving to a new city and buying my first property
So I am 26 and am considering moving to Des Moines, Iowa from Iowa City, Iowa. I would like to purchase a place to live. I am hoping to buy a duplex. Live in one unit and rent out the other. I have 4k saved currently ...
Inemesit C.
Help w/ gift of equity
Is anyone familiar with a gift of equity?I'm thinking about purchasing my mother's home as my family consisting of me, my husband and daughter have been living in it and paying the mortgage the last 4 years. The house...
MV Reddy
Tax assessment impact - Planning to buy a rehabbed MFH
Hi,I'm planning to buy a property that has been rehabbed couple of years back. Here is the scenario -1. The property was initially purchased at $200K back in 2008. The property taxes at that point were around $3000.2...
Art Maydan
Where Do Property Managers Hang Their Licenses?
I just got my broker license. What I'd like to do with my license is start a property management company (only managing for myself and family now) and use it for MLS access. I may want to work with investors or do som...
Alex Tobias
Where did you get your purchase agreement?
Did you have an attorney review purchase agreement and add helpful content to it? Currently I only have one from a course I took. It was a really good and comprehensive course, but I want to make sure my purchase agre...
Talos D Farris
Glad to be here, Home Sweet Home! Introduction
Recently relocated back to my hometown of Atlanta, Ga., specifically Lawrenceville, Ga. I am a former Real Estate Agent in Florida. After moving back here to GA I am convinced it is time for me to join the ranks of th...