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Adam Macias Why I don't think you should depend on commission sharing for leads...
11 September 2025 | 0 replies

I think the simplest way to say this is with a commission sharing modelyou have to go through more leads than with just paying up front.Usually when it's commission sharing leads there's less of a vetting process,bran...

Jeux Marseille Fajardo What does your capital cost?
12 September 2025 | 4 replies
Hey Jeux, it really depends on your market and deal type, but most private equity investors are looking for 8–12% preferred returns on stable deals, and higher on riskier flips or development projects.
Mordechai Reiss Dscr Loan Rates
18 September 2025 | 17 replies
@Mordechai Reiss I don't know but I can tell you the rate will depend on the loan to value and the debt coverage ratio. 
Freeman Schultz Is this a bad time to do a cash-out refi?
18 September 2025 | 8 replies
I guess it would really have to depend not just on who you are as an investor, as it does where you are in your investing journey. 
Stevan Stojakovic How Much Cash Do You Really Keep in Reserves?
16 September 2025 | 14 replies
However, the exact amount can vary depending on your risk tolerance, the stability of your rental income, and the condition of the property.
Chris Storck Sober Living Insurance
15 September 2025 | 8 replies
I own & operate 15 sober living homes in California that are level 3 / type S.Oxford house would be level 1 / peer-run.I ask because sober living is such a broad term, and your insurance is going to depend on your level of staffing, licensing, etc.
Anna E. Dixon Duplex in Butcher's Hill, Baltimore City
14 September 2025 | 5 replies
Its block by block there, so it really depends on the block.
Alon A. Remodel - Cleveland & Columbus
15 September 2025 | 7 replies
Prices will obviously vary greatly depending on the operation but hope this gives an idea! 
Lior Shulstein Rentals in Tuxedo Park
13 September 2025 | 6 replies
Property Condition & Amenities: it’s important to, “Maintain to the Neighborhood.”Key metrics for each Property Class:Class A Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores 680+, no convictions/evictions in last 7 years.Tenant Default: 0-5% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Section 8: Class A rents are too high and won’t be approved.Vacancies: 5-10%, depending on market conditions.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Class B Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores 620-680, some blemishes, no convictions/evictions in last 5 years.Tenant Default: 5-10% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Vacancies: 10-15%, depending on market conditions.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 1-3 years for positive cashflow, balanced amounts of relative rent & value appreciation.Section 8: Class B rents are usually too high for the Section 8 program.Class C Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores 560-620, many blemishes, but should have no convictions/evictions in last 3 years.
Joel Clifft Should I buy this STR?
19 September 2025 | 3 replies
I have seen that sometimes they are off on the estimations depending on the location.Your calculation will depend on the amenities that you have in the property against the other properties in the same location.