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Gregory Wesley
  • Residential Real Estate Broker
  • Houston, TX
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Invest in Galveston, TX STR

Gregory Wesley
  • Residential Real Estate Broker
  • Houston, TX
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I'm looking to purchase a STR in Galveston. I'm a real estate broker and I live in Pearland. I've run some numbers and seems as though it's a great opportunity to get some decent cash flow and personal enjoyment. Below is what I've come up with. What am I missing. Are there any experienced investors out there that would like to meet to discuss?

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Timothy Church
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Galveston, TX
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Timothy Church
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Galveston, TX
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There are a few things to take into account not mentioned. First is going to be HOT taxes on rental income. Here in Galveston, the total taxes are 15% (6% state & 9% city). 

Another thing not mentioned is insurance on the property. Depending on the property, you typically need flood, windstorm, & liability.

Also water bill & sewage from the city.

One important question: you mentioned HOA in your cost. Do the HOA bylaws allow for STR?

I'd be happy to help a bit with numbers if you can give me an idea of the property and its location

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