All Forum Posts by: Albert Blair
Albert Blair has started 6 posts and replied 33 times.
Post: Do PM agents show units before a tenant has moved out?

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It seems that one could get more rental income if a property is shown either empty or professionally staged than showing with existing tenants' property. In my opinion, that could definitely affect cash flow in the long run.
Post: How do you feel about occupancy rate?

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I believe it should be about the revenue you can generate, so occupancy rates shouldn't matter as much.
Post: buy one rental property cash or multiple properties with mortgage

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I would definitely invest in more than one property if I had that much capital to disburse. I would want to have some leverage on multiple properties than just one. In addition, the tax savings on multiple properties can also be beneficial.
I'm in agreement also that a VA loan is the best choice. I've been long out of the military and have a VA loan on my primary now. I don't know your family status, but if you can get a small multifamily property with you VA loan and house hack the other units could be financially advantageous.
Post: Friends and family discount?

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That does seem like a good discount. You are still making income in the property while keeping the peace with the family.
Post: Home Warranty Companies

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Thank you Debbie for the information. Since getting feedback from my question I understand that a home warranty company isn’t the best choice for moving forward. I will need to do my due diligence to find the right handy person. I appreciate the feedback. Thank you.
Post: Home Warranty Companies

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Jeff, thank you for your feedback. I understand exactly where you are coming from. I will work to get handy people in my investing area for the future.
Post: Home Warranty Companies

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Karl, thank you for the information. I just have to build a good team for my future properties.
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Post: Home Warranty Companies

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I'm just curious does anyone use a home warranty company, such as American Home Shield as their so-called maintenance person. I understand that it is a monthly fee and another fee to go out for service call as needed but it is beneficial. How do you all manage the maintenance aspects of your rentals if you are self-managing? Thank you for the input.