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Ken M. Federal Layoffs Effect? - 1,633 New Listings In D.C. Area Last Week
2 September 2025 | 61 replies
Nah, couldn't be, must be the slowing rotation of the earth, climate change, co2 emissions or something.
Katherine Perez Bed and mattress brand/type/quality for STR and MTR
8 September 2025 | 2 replies
So we have 2 adjustable beds (1 split-king and 1 double) with high-end mattresses, massage function, etc...
Nathan Crandall Anyone have a good experience with a Cleveland Property Manager?
17 September 2025 | 6 replies
The latest (a large management company) just quoted me $5460 to paint an 800 sw ft unit, $770 for an apartment that was just done and is great shape, $2600 on cleaning and $2,160 to replace a functioning water heater that’s 5 years old.  
Coty Schmidt Just Closed on a Duplex in Eau Claire – Looking for Advice on Rehab Priorities
17 September 2025 | 3 replies
A mini split is ideal, but even separate baseboard controls will keep tenants comfortable.I’d keep the rehab clean, durable, and functional.
Kristi Kandel New concept input? SWFL - Multi-Sport, Wellness & Entertainment Complex
20 August 2025 | 0 replies
Unlike typical 'eatertainment' venues or sports bars, this concept puts wellness, family, and active living at the center—complemented (not driven) by food, beverage, and social programming.Core FeaturesSports & Activity ZonesIndoor pickleball courts (climate controlled, 4–6 courts)Indoor/outdoor beach volleyball courts (convertible for basketball/futsal)Golf simulators & mini bowling lanesTrampoline park + gymnastics/karate zone for kids/teensWellness & RecoveryYoga, Pilates, meditation, & HIIT studiosSauna, cold plunge, cryotherapyStretch Lab–style recovery center (guided stretching sessions, memberships, group classes)Waterfall garden + relaxation space away from active sports areasFamily & CommunityDog park with outdoor games + beer garden/shaded seatingRunning/walking trail with landscaped connectionsOn-site trolley to connect 10 acres of amenitiesSignature lazy river wrapping the propertyEntertainmentLive music stage (concerts, DJs, open mics, festivals)Event lawn for community markets, tournaments, and seasonal activationsFood & BeverageFood hall with rotating local chef pods (entrepreneurship focus)Morning coffee, juice, and healthy breakfast service tied to wellness classesLiquor license for controlled, property-wide sales (alcohol as complement, not driver)Programming & ActivationA 7-day calendar ensures consistent traffic and appeal across demographics:- Mornings: wellness classes + healthy breakfast service- Afternoons: after-school clinics + corporate team sessions- Evenings: leagues, trivia, karaoke, esports, family game nights, markets- Late nights (weekends): concerts, DJ sets, festivals, after-hours crowdRevenue StreamsCourt & bay rentalsMemberships & leaguesFood & beverage sales (partnership rev share)Wellness services (stretch lab sessions, day passes, memberships)Events (concerts, markets, corporate rentals)Sponsorships & naming rightsTrampoline/fitness zone admissionsTarget MarketPrimary: Adults 25–50 seeking active, social recreation with wellness focusSecondary: Families, sports leagues, and corporate groups during daytime/weekendsTertiary: Tourism and visitor spillover from SWFL’s growing destination marketDifferentiatorsWellness + family integration (unique for this type of complex)Signature lazy river as both a wellness and entertainment attractionLocal food entrepreneurship via rotating vendorsYear-round activation calendar to ensure constant useAlcohol as complement—not driver—to active recreationClimate-controlled indoor facilities for consistent playPhasing the BuildPhase 1: Core sports courts, food hall, bar, family/kids activity zone, and event lawnPhase 2: Wellness + recovery center, simulators, bowling, dog park/beer gardenPhase 3: Lazy river, trolley service, expanded outdoor landscape, and concertsPotential Challenges to Solve EarlyZoning & Permitting: Mixed-use recreation, wellness, and entertainment will require layered approvals (PD recommended)Site Selection: Large footprint and 200–300 parking spaces required; access is criticalCapital Requirements: Likely $10M+ at full scale; partnerships or phased funding may be neededOperations: Complex amenity mix requires strong GM and specialized team leadsLand NeedsPhase 1 – Core Sports & Food Hub:- Indoor pickleball courts: 20,000–30,000 sq ft (~0.5–0.7 acres)- Beach volleyball courts: 12,000–18,000 sq ft (~0.3–0.4 acres)- Bar & rotating kitchen hall: 8,000–10,000 sq ft (~0.2 acres)- Parking: 150–200 cars (~1.5–2 acres)Total: ~3–4 acresPhase 2 – Entertainment & Wellness Expansion:- Golf simulator lounge + mini bowling: 8,000–12,000 sq ft (~0.2 acres)- Yoga/sauna/wellness center: 5,000–8,000 sq ft (~0.1–0.2 acres)- Event lawn/live music: ~0.5 acres- Additional parking: 0.5–1 acreCumulative Total: ~4.5–6 acresPhase 3 – Signature Lazy River & Enhancements:- Lazy river: 20–30 ft width x 1,000–1,500 ft (~0.75–1 acre water + deck, ~1.5 acres total)- Expanded courts/event space: ~0.5–1 acre- Landscaped greenbelt areas: ~0.5 acresCumulative Total: ~7–8.5 acres minimumWhy target 10+ acres: Provides buffer zones, future growth space, and avoids maxing out footprint too early.Zoning & Entitlement PathThis project spans several land use categories, so a Planned Development (PD/PUD) overlay is the cleanest path.
Mario Garcia Lease Purchase vs Lease Option
13 September 2025 | 7 replies
Whether or not they can collect on the judgement is a function of the debtors financial strength, state of residence, what form their assets take, asset “protection” strategies, how far the plaintiff is willing to go and how much they’re willing to spend, etc.  
Alex Quinlan Raleigh/Durham Locals: What’s Your Honest Take on the Market Near Duke Hospital?
14 September 2025 | 5 replies
Cash flow is a function of leverage terms in the deal.
Stephanie Knight Alternate Live In Flip
3 September 2025 | 3 replies
Concessions Based on ImpactAt $1,850/month (~$62/day), here’s what we’ve done in similar situations:Bathroom rehab:One bath at a time with at least one always functional → $25–$30/day credit while one is out of service.Deck replacement:If it blocks the main entrance or creates loud work-from-home disruption → $20–$25/day for those few days.Kitchen rehab:If the whole kitchen is down for several days, we’ve paid for 3–4 nights in a local hotel with kitchenette or given $40–$50/day credit.Most tenants appreciate fixed daily amounts—it feels fair and avoids negotiating every little inconvenience.3.
Doug Smith Fed Funds Rate vs Long-Term Mortgage Rates
11 September 2025 | 4 replies
The Federal Reserve, the Central Bank of the United States, serves several functions.
Cornelius Garland How Many Cold Texts Are Needed to Close 3 - 5 Deals Per Month?
18 August 2025 | 6 replies
The market rotation is a process I developed over the years.