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Jake Nissan How do you guys decide if a flip margin is “safe enough”?
13 March 2026 | 5 replies
I’ve been spending more time analyzing potential fix and flip deals lately and I keep running into the same question.On paper some deals look fine, but once I start adding realistic numbers the margin starts shrinking quickly.For example, a deal might look something like:Purchase price: around $180kEstimated rehab: about $65kARV: roughly $330kOnce you factor in closing costs, selling costs, holding costs, and a contingency, the potential profit might land somewhere in the $40k–$50k range if everything goes according to plan.The deal technically works, but it still feels a little tight if something unexpected pops up during the rehab.I’m curious how experienced flippers here think about this.Do you have a minimum profit number you look for before taking on a flip?
Octavio Dondiz Rehab with HELOC vs Hard money
10 March 2026 | 3 replies
Assumptions for the deal based on what I'm seeing in the market: - $180K purchase price- $60K rehab (includes 15% cash for contingencies)- 3-month rehab - $260K ARVI'm torn on how much money I should borrow -if any at all- during the purchase + rehab phase given I technically have enough cash &not considering conventional despite my 800 credit score wouldn't be possible given minimum seasoning period is 6 to 12 months based on my research) to cover those expenses myself.What approach would you take?
Cory Hebe Navy veteran in Phoenix looking to build long-term rentals
11 March 2026 | 4 replies
- If you look to refinance a primary-residence mortgage, you technically have to owner-occupy for 12 months before renting it out.
Caleb Ram Rent or sell my San Diego County home?
11 March 2026 | 15 replies
I’m pretty resourceful and still have a lot of good contractor/maintenance contacts in the area, so I’m comfortable handling repairs and tenant issues remotely if needed.Any feedback is appreciated — good, bad, or ugly.
Justin Holley Baselane Banking Restrictions
17 February 2026 | 2 replies
That said, my biggest issue is that I am doing some large renovations (siding, roof, etc) and although there is plenty of seasoned funds in the Baselane account will not allow me to ACH, send a check or use the Debit card to pay expenses in excess of 10k-20k in a day or 50k total in a month.  
Eugen Adrian Popa Strategy Breakdown: Reducing Lead Costs to $0.15 via API Automation
22 February 2026 | 6 replies
I have a 7-minute technical breakdown of how I set up the Slack commands and the offer logic if anyone wants to see the architecture behind it.
Jason Eyerly I'm Pissed. Credit scores will never allow me to escape the rat race.
4 March 2026 | 72 replies
Work on developing your technical skillsets and job. 
Laura Glasscock Vacancy Rate - what % to use?
4 March 2026 | 37 replies
Owning an investment is a "project" because it meets the technical definition of having a limited time, scope, and money.
Nicholas Aiola Ask me (a CPA) anything about taxes relating to real estate
15 March 2026 | 2066 replies
I'm just "technically" a joint owner).- They have $10,000 in the account.- They loan my LLC (S-corp) $10,000.- My LLC pays them monthly interest by depositing $100 into the joint account. - My business needs to issue a 1099-INT.