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Seth Quade PM Requiring Lead Test & Dropping Lead-Positive Homes
5 December 2025 | 4 replies
For a 1950s home where lead is statistically likely, is there any benefit to voluntary testing, given that a positive test becomes a permanent, documented condition?
Zachary Alberti Want to Test It?
11 November 2025 | 1 reply
I’ve been working on a simple underwriting tool for small investors who don’t want to spend an hour in Excel every time they look at a property.Here’s how it works:Drop in the basics (price, rent, expenses, loan terms)In 30 seconds, it spits out NOI, Cap Rate, DSCR, Cash-on-Cash, and a simple traffic-light recommendation (Green / Yellow / Red)You get a clean one-page summary you can actually use to make a quick “go/no-go” callI’m testing it out with real investors now.
Daniel M. Howey Test (pass or fail)
5 November 2025 | 9 replies
What’s the minimum a partner needs to do in an LLC (owning rental property) to be considered active enough to avoid it being labeled an investment security under the Howey Test?
Cameron Miller Duplex opportunity- on a private well
1 December 2025 | 1 reply
2) What did the local water department state about if they provide optional water testing?
Phillip B. Closing on December 19 - time to hit 100 hours?
2 December 2025 | 6 replies
The 7 Material Participation Tests If the 7-day rule is met, you must then satisfy at least one of the seven IRS material participation tests during the tax year.
Ty Seav Should all landlords hire only licensed contractors to do rental home repairs?
5 December 2025 | 5 replies
Unless things are different in California a handyman would pass the test for B.
Jason Coleman Triad Investors: Anyone Using Real Estate Bees for Motivated Seller Leads?
3 December 2025 | 3 replies
I’m planning to test a small batch (~$200 for 5–10 leads) but want real-world feedback first.
Janese Parker New Developer in PG County – Looking to Connect With Local Investors & Builders
3 December 2025 | 2 replies
Hard money and JV structures can work well for a first build, especially if you bring the deal, the vision, and solid due-diligence like your perc test and local comps.If you ever want another set of eyes on deal structure or partnerships, I’m happy to share what I see through my co-investing club.
Erik Estrada How to vet Lenders
25 November 2025 | 4 replies
Also, the NMLS test is the test that mortgage professionals have to take to originate certain types of loans.
Joseph Cheley How do you find reputable lenders?
5 December 2025 | 6 replies
Read reviews and it's helpful if they are licensed by the NMLS because it's a difficult test that many people fail.