16 November 2025 | 4 replies
Can get them out easily if there is an issue because the roommates will make it uncomfortable.
15 November 2025 | 8 replies
Make improvements to the property and eliminate all buyer objections to achieve the highest retail price if you sell.
10 November 2025 | 7 replies
That listing broker could’ve easily made an extra 2% on the deal but because they did not return a phone call they missed out.
5 November 2025 | 3 replies
That’s one of the big differences compared to a conventional loan, where 20% down eliminates PMI.When MIP falls off:For FHA loans made after June 3, 2013, the MIP rules depend on how much you put down:Less than 10% down: MIP stays for the life of the loan.10% or more down: MIP lasts 11 years, then it drops off automatically.How to remove it sooner:Yep, to get rid of MIP earlier, you’d have to refinance into a conventional loan once you’ve built up at least 20% equity and meet the other lending criteria.A lot of first-time buyers go FHA just to get in the game, then refinance into conventional once their value or equity grows enough to make it worth it.Hope this helps...
28 October 2025 | 11 replies
I’ve eliminated all MORTGAGE REITs (mREITs) from my consideration because they’re much too speculative - they borrow 4 - 9 times their capital base.
7 November 2025 | 10 replies
Usually budget related.....even as a GC you can still easily go over budget.
7 November 2025 | 8 replies
I keep track directly and easily hit the 500 hours directly managing our property.
13 November 2025 | 1 reply
Additionally, I’ve found it beneficial to use lockboxes with combination codes that can be easily changed between tenants or service visits.
28 October 2025 | 9 replies
By eliminating the separate, "service fee" line item at guest checkout, the "all-in" pricing model aligns better with modern travelers and hotels.I personally believe this helps everyone in our industry attract more guest demand.Guests see the final price up front, reducing the "sticker shock" that often leads to cart abandonment.
16 November 2025 | 3 replies
It could easily become an unenforceable lease January 1st or the date any other law changes go in to effect.