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Cover Story | Michael Del Prete | AZREIA Executive Director

The Importance of Voting in the Upcoming Election: A Critical Moment for Arizona Real Estate Investors

As we approach the November election, it's essential to recognize how the choices we make at the ballot box directly impact the real estate market here in Arizona. The politicians we elect have the power to shape policies that influence everything from property taxes to landlord-tenant laws. This election cycle is particularly important for real estate investors as Arizona begins to show signs of shifting away from being the landlord-friendly state it once was....

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The Importance of Voting in the Upcoming Election: A Critical Moment for Arizona Real Estate Investors

Michael Del Prete | AZREIA Executive Director

As we approach the November election, it's essential to recognize how the choices we make at the ballot box directly impact the real estate market here in Arizona. The politicians we elect have the power to shape policies that influence everything from property taxes to landlord-tenant laws. This election cycle is particularly important for real estate investors as Arizona begins to show signs of shifting away from being the landlord-friendly state it once was....[READ MORE]

The Importance of Having a Contingency Plan

Rob Jafek | Boomerang Capital Partners

Contingency reserves are for everyone. A contingency reserve in budgeting for a building project refers to an additional allocation of funds designed to address unexpected costs and uncertainties. This reserve serves a critical purpose: to keep the project on track and enhance the likelihood of successful completion. If you are not very experienced, you should use a contingency reserve to accommodate your unknown unknowns. And if you are experienced, while you know what many of those unknowns are, you won’t know which specific ones will show....[READ MORE]

The Role of Environmental Regulations in Real Estate Investments

Michael J. "Mick" McGirr | Phocus Law

Sometimes, dealing with the laws and regulations surrounding environmental regulations can get frustrating, especially when they start to affect your investments. This is no more apparent than here in Arizona, where it takes careful utilization of resources to keep over seven million people alive in such a beautiful, but sometimes inhospitable, place....[READ MORE]

Creative Financing and Uncreative Insurance Options

Derek Kartchner | Gila Insurance

Creative real estate investing has the potential to create massive rewards. However, anyone who has taken a finance class knows there is often a risk vs reward trade-off –the higher the risk, the greater the reward. (A caveat: I am neither pro nor anti “subject to,” “wraps,” or any other creative investing/financing scenarios. I simply want to point out a couple of risks....[READ MORE]

DO YOU OWN MULTIFAMILY PROPERTIES?

Mark Zinman | Zona Law Group

If you own multifamily properties, be prepared as changes are coming next year. In July 2024, the FHFA announced they would be publishing new "tenant protections" governing multifamily properties with Fannie or Freddie loans ("Enterprise Loans"). On August 28, 2024, the FHFA published more details about the new regulations. Here is what owners and operators....[READ MORE]

What is Title Insurance?

Maria Brandenberg & Janet Moe | Great American Title

Title insurance is a contract of indemnity that guarantees a property’s title is as reported and recorded. If the title is found to be faulty, the title policy protects the insured from their loss up to the amount of the policy. It assures that buyers are acquiring a marketable property from its true owner and eliminates risks from past defects. Your title policy will pay for defending against lawsuits attacking your title, clear problems and pay...[READ MORE]

Monsoon Guide: Protecting Your Investments (Roofs)

Ethan Draper | State 48 Roofing

Getting a leak during monsoon season isn’t a matter of IF it happens, it’s a matter of WHEN. No matter how old or new your roof is, leaks are just a normal thing during Phoenix's annual storms. Let’s go over some ways to proactively protect the roofs of your investments. Roof Inspection (Start here!) Before monsoon season arrives, it is crucial to conduct a thorough...[READ MORE]

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Dan Norma | Easy Street Offers

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Legally Speaking Q&A: Storing Tenants Property

Mark Zinman | Zona Law Group

Question: I know I am supposed to hold a tenant’s property for 14 days after I get possession back. Are there any exceptions to this? 

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Increasing Popularity of Non-QM Loans

Andrew Augustyniak | Neighborhood Loans

In recent years, the landscape of real estate financing has evolved significantly, particularly in the domain of Non-Qualified Mortgage (Non-QM) loans. As the lender for the Arizona Real Estate Investment Association, I am pleased to provide an update on the growing prevalence of non-QM loans, including...[READ MORE]

The Backdoor Roth Strategy

Nate Hare | Directed IRA

Do you make too much money to contribute to a Roth IRA? If so, the “backdoor” Roth IRA strategy is one of the best loopholes in the tax code you could utilize today. Many high-income earners believe they can’t contribute to a Roth IRA because they make too much money. This is false, and here’s why...[READ MORE]

The Misinformation Around the Infinite Banking Concept

Oliva McGraw| Unbridled Wealth

In this age of information, we’re all too aware that it’s also an age of misinformation. Discerning truth becomes a test of both our knowledge and instincts. Even then, most of us have to admit we’ve been the victims of lies that were more believable than the truth. When it comes to learning about the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC), we...[READ MORE]

PadSplit Market Update

Ellis Tran | PadSplit

Total Unit Count: 795 (112 Properties)

Occupancy: 90%

Weekly Rates: $207/week ($896/mo)

Days for First Booking in PadSplit: 5.1

Days to Reach 80% Occupancy: 39.9

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