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Alan Asriants Why keeping a record of property condition is important, and when to be firm!
27 August 2025 | 1 reply
That detail matters.I scheduled a routine walkthrough with the tenants to check on the condition of the property.
Barbara Johannsen What Exactly Are Real Estate Notes (and Why Investors Should Care)?
8 September 2025 | 0 replies

Most investors think about property when they think “real estate.” But there’s another side to the business—the paper behind the property.
A real estate note is simply a promise to pay secured by real estate. Notes c...

Margaret Connor I won the bid now I am nervous
13 September 2025 | 6 replies
Keep an eye on the property condition, especially if you notice signs of occupancy like vehicles or fresh markings, as this could impact your ability to take possession after redemption.
Stevan Stojakovic How Much Cash Do You Really Keep in Reserves?
5 September 2025 | 7 replies
However, the exact amount can vary depending on your risk tolerance, the stability of your rental income, and the condition of the property.
Gene Paniccia Trouble renting a 2 bed/1 bath duplex
15 September 2025 | 4 replies
If there are many similar or better 2-beds available, or some with lower rents, better condition, better location, tenants will pick those.4.
Rereloluwa Fatunmbi Deal Analysis: 4-Plex in Tallmadge, OH – $195K Purchase Price
2 September 2025 | 10 replies
Tallmadge is a nice area with good schools. 50k per unit in Tallmadge is a good price especially if the property condition is decent. 
Louis Jones Bey interested in real estate
12 September 2025 | 9 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.
Patrick Goswitz Cash Flow $2,000/ Month On A Triplex
10 September 2025 | 9 replies
With current rates - maybe 185k, if it's in great condition.
Erik Estrada Why do some lenders refuse to provide guidelines to brokers?
12 September 2025 | 11 replies
I've "fired" many a lender for being overly ridiculous with conditions, difficult to work with, and a few for not honoring broker protection agreements. 
Colin Graveen Finding Rent Comps for my area
7 September 2025 | 7 replies
Start by checking platforms like Rentometer, Zillow, and Craigslist for similar SFHs within a few-mile radius, even if they're not in your exact target neighborhood.