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Andrew G Montoya Door knock turned into 11,250% profit
18 June 2025 | 0 replies
Initially, we had a 60/40 profit split, but due to delays with a court judgment and the fact that there were $29,000 in back taxes, we adjusted the split to 42/58.
Saurabh Dey How much is ideal profit share?
12 June 2025 | 2 replies
He is offering me 25% of profit. 1.
Pierre E. 300k average profit on a flip - is that real?
30 May 2025 | 11 replies
.: I am trying to learn and understand... someone told me that its not just size of the home or level of the flip that determines profit, and that in some markets, what is considered a typical profit is 300k based on the 70% ARV formula.
Stephen Keighery 510 Profit... and Worth Every Penny
4 June 2025 | 1 reply

Just wrapped a deal that reminded me why I play the long game in real estate.
I had a motivated seller, but it wasn’t a house I wanted personally — so I locked it up and sent it to my buyer list. Most of my usuals pa...

Alexander Young DSCR loan/trouble showing Airbnb profits to underwriting
11 June 2025 | 10 replies

Hey bigger pockets people. I am currently getting denied on a DSCR loan due to the appraisal using long term rental comps. I am the buyers agent and the only financials we have from the seller/airbnb, although look fa...

Chad Clark Profitable, but boring.
28 May 2025 | 1 reply

Ok, I found this little apartment triplex thing.    It's nice.  It ends up being a 23% ROI, 1.33 Debt service ratio, and a 53% total ROI including appreciation and amortization.  It's soooo boring.   I mean, yeah, the...

Don Konipol Combining Real Estate and Business for Greater Profitability
3 June 2025 | 1 reply

I’m not big on THEORETICAL.  I’ve read lots of theory of what could work, but haven’t seen much proof of concept of these theories. So rather than add another “sounds good, has anyone done it” strategy, I’ll merely la...

Elsa Manatad Looking to Invest in Profitable Businesses in Mexico City — Advice on Valuation, Risk
18 June 2025 | 2 replies

I’m exploring investment opportunities in Mexico City, specifically in a real estate development business and a gym, both already profitable.

I’d appreciate insights on the following:
-What’s a fair return on equi...

Andrew Bish What Investors Should Take From AM Best’s Revised Insurance UW 2024 Profit Numbers
23 May 2025 | 0 replies
Property & Casualty insurance industry ended 2024 with a $22.9B underwriting profit—its first since 2020.
Alexandre Boustany Commercial Development in West Africa – Feedback on Profitability & Financing
23 May 2025 | 0 replies
I’m developing a commercial building in a country in West Africa, and would love your insights on its profitability and financing approach.Project Summary:- 950 sqm corner plot under a 40-year ground lease- G+1 commercial building with 36 shops, a prayer room, and rooftop ad panels- Located in the capital's market zone — very high foot traffic- Initial investment: the equivalent of $USD 930,000 in local currency which includes the 10 years of prepaid land rentRevenue & Occupancy:- Annual rental revenue (Year 1): the equivalent of $USD145,000 in local currency- 7% shop rent increase every 5 years- The annual revenue assumes 100% occupancy, which is typically reached within 1–2 years in this area due to high demand and visibilityOperating Expenses:- Recurrent yearly expenses total USD$20,000, covering: Security, maintenance, generator upkeep, insurance, taxes, repairs, and contingencies- Land rent restarts in Year 11 with a 10% increase every 10 yearsFinancing Scenarios:- With loan (USD$550,000 at 7%, over 6 years)   → Break-even in Year 12- All-cash (no loan)   → Break-even in Year 8After breakeven, the project produces pure cash flow for 28–32 years.