AAOA

MAY 22, 2025

When your property dips below 90% occupancy, its labeled unstabilized. This label can close doors to prime financing options from big players like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Keeping an eye on your vacancy rate helps you gauge your propertys health. This can make your property less attractive, leading to even more vacancies.

Finance

AAOA

MAY 22, 2025

Understanding What Youre Really Buying When youre buying an apartment building , youre not just purchasing property, youre acquiring a business. That business has income, expenses, employees (property managers, maintenance), customers (tenants), and systems. Closing costs typically run between 2% and 5% of the purchase price.

Due diligence

AAOA

AUGUST 4, 2025

A quick chat with the local hardware store clerk confirmed our worst suspicion: the town’s paper mill, long the largest employer, had just closed. Call competing properties and mystery shop them to verify real leasing velocity. Project renovation costs and timelines conservatively. Your job is to listen closely.

Marketing

AAOA

AUGUST 7, 2025

These loans are typically used to acquire, renovate, or stabilize a multifamily property before refinancing into permanent financing like an FHA or agency loan. Once the improvements are completed and the property is stabilized, you exit the bridge loan through permanent financing. How long does a bridge loan take to close?

The Close

JULY 24, 2025

Understaffed or overloaded property managers: When your property manager is juggling too many units or doesn’t have enough support staff, things start slipping. If leasing is slow, it may be time to scale up your management resources. Risk management: Lenders and partners scrutinize vacancy closely.

Investor

AAOA

JULY 3, 2025

Houses offer more control and long-term appreciation , especially due to land ownership and flexibility in renovations, but they require higher upfront investment and maintenance. The best choice depends on your financial goals and how involved you want to be in property management. Let’s go over a few that matter.

Property Management

The Mortgage Report

JUNE 9, 2025

Tony and his team specialize in investment services, property management, institutional acquisitions, and buy/sell brokerage. They compound into real increases in the cost to build housing and even to maintain it—renovations, rehabs, insurance-mandated upgrades, all of it becomes more expensive. These aren’t small fluctuations.

FHA 203k rehab loan

Redfin

MAY 9, 2025

Golik of LUXE Forbes Global Properties and Luxury Condos of Portland. You can paint the walls, renovate the kitchen, or install new flooring without having to worry about a landlord’s approval. Rahman of Closed By Mo , a real estate agent in New York City. says Brad S. Want to add a beautiful island in the kitchen?

Equity

AAOA

JUNE 19, 2025

Newer or recently renovated properties often cost more per unit. For a multifamily property, add up all costs (purchase price, renovations, closing costs) and divide by the number of units. GET STARTED Factors Affecting Price Per Unit Many elements can push price per unit up or down. Location is a big one.

Renovation

Marco Santarelli

JULY 5, 2025

New development projects, casino renovations, and efforts to diversify the economy beyond gambling could attract new residents and investment. Keene, NH: Why it might boom: Keene may see growth due to being a college town, the fact that is relatively close to Boston and the growing need for housing.

Marketing

Marco Santarelli

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

The basic idea here is buying a renovated property from a turnkey property provider and putting it up “for rent” Next step is to earn from the rental income and consider your expenses such as taxes, insurance, repairs and maintenance and the whole property management which can be outsourced to a turnkey property management company.

Due diligence

AAOA

APRIL 14, 2025

To get the best appraisal: Choose properties in good condition Highlight recent improvements or renovations Provide comps of similar buildings that have sold recently Remember,different loan types have varying down payment requirements. Think about your risk tolerance and how much equity you want in the property.

FHA loan

AAOA

JUNE 23, 2025

Spring Clean And Prep Your Property First impressions matter, and most buyers are drawn to properties that require little in the way of elbow grease, renovation, or repairs — especially when their funds are earmarked for closing and moving costs.

Investor

The Close

JUNE 9, 2025

Many first-timers start house hacking because it’s a beginner-friendly way to learn property management, build wealth, and slash living costs all at once. It’s the most straightforward hack (no renovation required!), Ensure you research everything thoroughly before starting to list or renovate. Or a broken roof?

VA loan

A Student of the Real Estate Game

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Implement better property management, address deferred maintenance, and improve the resident experience to close the ~$100/unit gap between this property and its inferior comp set. Here, we see two parallel paths: A mark-to-market opportunity through better management and curing deferred maintenance.

Investor

The Close

MARCH 13, 2025

They will not have to work to find someone to occupy it at closing and will reap the benefits from the sale. If you plan to offer a turnkey property that any buyer can enjoy, highlight any renovations completed after your tenant moved out. Even if they do, rent must be current at closing, so you could be stuck with the bill.

Investor

Redfin

JUNE 2, 2025

There are a lot of known actors who have apartments in Long Island City because it is close to the studios here, says Paul Spataro of Astoria Headshots. Some are renovated and relocated exhibits. All these venues have ties to the 1939 and 1964 Worlds Fairs. Some are remnants. Some grew up around pavilions.

As-is

AAOA

APRIL 28, 2025

By following these guidelines and working closely with a Qualified Intermediary, you can effectively utilize the 1031 exchange as atax-deferral strategyfor reinvestment in multifamily properties while navigating the intricacies of the 1031 exchange process. Can I Use 1031 Exchange to Improve Property?

Purchase and sale agreement

AAOA

APRIL 7, 2025

The timing of when you review your insurance policies can greatly impact thelevel of protectionyou have for your multifamily properties. Consider aligning yourpolicy reviewwithproperty updates, renovations, or changes in property value to make sure that your coverage adequately reflects the current state of your investments.

Property Management

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

A complete renovation of your kitchen sounds like a good idea, but the flip side of such a project is that it’s expensive and doesn’t guarantee reasonable returns. That aside, none of them will empty your pockets as complete renovations would. chat_bubble close How Can I Help? Contact Me! Lets Talk Real Estate!

Property Management

AAOA

MARCH 10, 2025

Remember, you can often deduct your closing costs (selling expenses) from your gain. Understanding Cost Basis Cost basis is theoriginal value or purchase priceof your property. If you spent $50,000 on renovations, youradjusted basisis now $350,000. This gives you your capital gain. This lowers your taxable amount. Not so fast.

Investor

AAOA

MARCH 17, 2025

CHAT WITH AN ATTORNEY Pay close attention to price When looking for areal estate investment, everyone is in it to try and turn a profit. If a property is in pristine condition with many luxury amenities but is priced around where properties without those amenities are priced, move with an abundance of caution. Need Legal Help?

Renovation

BAM Media

APRIL 2, 2025

Interior Remodeling Renderings How many times have you heard a buyer say, I love the layout, but I just cant picture it with a renovated kitchen, or a seller ask, What updates should I do to get top dollar? This is like having a virtual renovation planner on call. If a floor plan feels closed, show a concept of a wall opened up.

Agents

The Close

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Before diving in, accounting for all costs is key to running a profitable rental property. Factor in initial setup costs, such as renovation and furnishing, and ongoing expenses, like utilities, maintenance, and cleaning. Is it better to manage my Airbnb property myself or hire a property management service?

Investor

AAOA

MARCH 6, 2025

It is important to note that while most regular expenses can be fully deducted in the year they are incurred,capital expenses, like significant renovations or improvements, might need to be depreciated over time. These timelines are essential to qualify for thetax deferral benefitsprovided by the exchange.

Investor

The Close

MAY 5, 2025

Whether you’re acquiring a new property or funding a major renovation, Live Oak delivers specialized expertise and a streamlined online process that makes accessing government-backed loans easier and faster. Business Premium Savings: 3.80% on balances up to 4,999,999.99 Business Premium Savings: 3.80% on balances up to 4,999,999.99

Banks

AAOA

MAY 5, 2025

Then, you can tap into potentially significant profit margins when you rent out or sell the property after improvements. For investors with a keen eye for undervalued properties, these deals present unique opportunities to maximize returns. Renovating distressed properties doesnt just restore their functionality.

Bankruptcy

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

In today’s competitive real estate market, an increasing number of real estate investors are turning to private money lenders to help them close deals faster, enhance property valuations, and increase their returns. Property managers and real estate agents who are interested in working with investors.

Purchase and sale agreement

GeekEstate

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Today’s showcase: Revive] The benefits of flipping your own home are attractive to homeowners, but many lack the knowledge, guidance, and access to capital to make the right renovations. They’re paid after the home sale closes with no fees, markups, or additional costs to homeowners. Learn More PS: Part of the 2022 REACH Class.

Renovation

Housing Wire

MARCH 26, 2024

Attom points out that investment returns on these projects in 2023 were at levels that “could easily be wiped out by the carrying costs during the renovation and repair process, which usually consume 20 to 33 percent of the resale price.” “In billion that closed. In 2023, the landscape for home flipping across the U.S.

Investor

Norada Real Estate

JANUARY 27, 2021

Turnkey properties are a great option for real estate investors looking for steady and predictable cash flow without the headaches of property management. The easiest option is to buy and hold a turnkey rental property and get a passive income month over month. Benefits of Turnkey Property Investment.

Property Management

The Close

JULY 18, 2024

It can be done by anyone who can purchase a property, allowing investors to build equity immediately after renovating or repairing it by doing a cash-out refinance. nationwide between 2019 and 2023, so renting out a property is likely to be profitable. “BRRRR” is an acronym for buy, repair, rent, refinance, and repeat.

Hard money loan

Kyle Handy

JANUARY 18, 2023

To calculate ROI for a rental property, you must first determine what your initial investment is. Your initial investment includes the amount of money put down at purchase and any additional costs associated with closing and preparing the property for tenants. Purchase price of the property. Closing costs.

Property Management

AAOA

JANUARY 30, 2025

Estimate Renovation Costs When you buy a fixer-upper, you need to ensure that you can comfortably fund the renovations needed to transform it into your dream home. Check if You Need a Permit Before you start your renovations, you must check if you need a permit. If your project is complex, be ready to submit detailed plans.

Renovation

Realty Biz

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

My real estate attorney for my transactions often represents the seller at closing under a POA. It is very convenient for the seller not to attend the closing as they sign a minimal amount of documents. You should carefully consider selecting a qualified agent, and it is advisable to consult a real estate attorney.

Principal

GeekEstate

OCTOBER 29, 2021

For instance, while Blend’s original product focused specifically on the mortgage point-of-sale, the company has since expanded to offer title services, home insurance and closings. More tools for homeowners to manage their largest asset. As such, we’ve included the Blend logo in those areas.

Technology

Point2Homes

JULY 1, 2021

Get to know your competitors by finding out what types of properties are most commonly rented nearby, how much the average rent is, what amenities are typically being offered. For example, if your property is close to office buildings, it may attract young professionals. Consider Hiring a Property Manager.

Property Management