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Marcos Cardenas [Calc Review] Help me analyze this deal
10 December 2025 | 13 replies
Keep us updated on your progress, we all learn from each others experiences.
Tricia O'Brien Anyone Using Rhino as an alternative to tenant security deposit?
16 December 2025 | 40 replies
Rhino has started asking for more "proof" that the renter met internal policy and screening conditions.That being said, Rhino has started denying more applicants.
Karla Sosa Property management software experience
30 November 2025 | 11 replies
I haven’t used any other progress so I can’t compare, but what I love the most is its all in one.
Juliette Holm First Flip in DFW — Seeking Advice on Buy Boxes, Pricing, and Profits
8 December 2025 | 8 replies
For your first flip, you must fully understand and budget for this potential issue.Red Flags ChecklistFor the General Contractor (GC):Delayed Quotes: Significant or repeated delays in providing you with bids and quotes.Poor Communication: Lack of responsiveness or reliable communication.Unreliable References: References that are difficult to contact, overly vague, or seem fabricated.Contractor & Project ManagementPre-Vetted GCs: Have a small list of multiple General Contractors ready to go before you need them.Active Oversight: Commit to visiting the property frequently—at least once a day, if necessary—to monitor progress and preempt issues.Financial & Deal FocusThe Deal-Killer: Be aware that the biggest hurdle in acquiring a property is often the seller's unrealistic price expectation.Conservative Estimation: You must be very conservative with your repair and renovation estimates.Don't Solely Rely on Others: Do not rely only on your contractor's estimates.Collaborate and Verify: Collect as much information as possible from your entire team to form your own final, conservative budget.Realtor Expertise: Your realtor should be a key part of your team, and they must be knowledgeable about the house-flipping business and local construction costs, (hands-on experience).Next StepsThe comment you made at the end of your original note is important and likely requires its own, separate discussion thread to give it the attention it deserves!
Kelly Schroeder What’s the Fastest Funding Timeline You’ve Experienced?
6 December 2025 | 4 replies
The fastest loan I've closed was 10 days.Everything just worked out well, got all the correct docs upfront, and then title and appraisal were delivered 7 days after the loan application, closed on day 10. 
Kody Smith Rental Management Software
4 December 2025 | 14 replies
You can create your own custom applications and leases.
Tom Oduor Potential tenants screening
3 December 2025 | 3 replies
A licensed, FCRA-compliant screening agency can handle this for you and give you clean, decision-ready data.Here is what most seasoned housing providers lean on today, instead of DIY document review:• Direct-source income verification that pulls income data straight from the applicant’s benefit portal or financial account, which stops altered documents at the door.
Thomas Malone Anyone experienced with Lee Arnold's system
17 December 2025 | 65 replies
During the “funding tour” in Spokane, besides the ones we could buy, we were also shown a couple of houses in progress, purchased by people in previous Inner Circle classes, and one house that was finished, ready to sell.
Jacob Borstad Moving Forward Advice
3 December 2025 | 9 replies
Jumping into a duplex or triplex would be a very natural progression — less renovation hassle than cutting up another SFH, and way easier to scale.3.
Roc P. Owner Financing
4 December 2025 | 7 replies
Quote from @Ty Loney: Curious if this would still be applicable with todays rates Yes, there is still a lot of seller financing going on: https://noteinvestor.com/notes-101/seller-financing-2022/ (not sure if sharing links is allowed, but it's not my website)