SoFlo Estates

SoFlo Estates "Making Buying, Selling & Investing Simple." Investments | Multifamily | Commercial

What an awesome time closing there two 50 unit properties in Jax. This is my first time working with Harbor Internationa...
11/10/2024

What an awesome time closing there two 50 unit properties in Jax. This is my first time working with Harbor International and you can’t beat all the new connections made along the way.

As always, shoutout to my brother for the support 🙏🏻💯

Need help finding the right investment strategy for you OR want advice to ensure you get the most returns from your curr...
10/04/2024

Need help finding the right investment strategy for you OR want advice to ensure you get the most returns from your current investment?

Shoot me a DM or text and I would be happy to help

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.  handed me the reigns to take care of the tenants and sell his investment p...
10/04/2024

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

handed me the reigns to take care of the tenants and sell his investment property so he could finance new projects he’s working on. All while living in Thailand and traveling the world 🌎

Can’t wait to see you when you make it back to the states! 🇺🇸

Come check us out today at 135 Seagrape Drive, 202, Jupiter, FL 33458 from 12-230pm. This one’s going to go quick!
09/22/2024

Come check us out today at 135 Seagrape Drive, 202, Jupiter, FL 33458 from 12-230pm.

This one’s going to go quick!

Huge Congratulations to my Mom for buying a home down here in Florida! What an amazing milestone to be able to have a be...
04/18/2024

Huge Congratulations to my Mom for buying a home down here in Florida! What an amazing milestone to be able to have a beautiful home to vacation to!

Since being in Florida our families have visited many times, typically staying with us at home. This marks a new chapter where our family’s can come down and stay without concern for the space in our guest room or on the couch!

Congratulations! What an exciting start to your new adventure!

Hope you and your family have an incredible Easter holiday!
03/31/2024

Hope you and your family have an incredible Easter holiday!

03/24/2024

On the discussion of Being a REALTOR and commissions. Here is what we bring to the table:

The "average" FULL TIME REALTOR’s earnings last year was $31,900 @ 40+ hours a week. (Notice I wrote full time 40+ hours not 0-20 hours a week) which is well below the living wage. As a REALTOR they do not get paid a hourly wage or salary and they only get paid if they sell a home and it closes. They can only get paid by broker to broker. As an agent you could work with someone days, weeks, months, or years with no guarantee of a sale ever.

Essentially they wake up each day unemployed going on Job Interviews and they deal with constant rejection. They dedicate time away from family, use our time, gas, pay for babysitters, miss dinner and weekends and rarely take vacations. They are on 24/7! You constantly need to be on, or you could miss an opportunity. Once they do close a home, half goes to the other persons agent from the remaining half. They have lots of upfront expenses that must be paid out before they even get paid:

Broker Splits and Fees
Office rent and utilities
MLS Fees
NAR Fees
Local Association Fees
E&O Business Insurance
Extended Auto Insurance
Self-Employment Tax
State Licensing Fees
Advertising Fees
Showing Service Fees
Website Fees
Assistant's Salaries
Showing partners
Transaction coordinator
Yard Signs
Photographers
Videographers
Office Supplies
Business Cards
Property Flyers
Electronic Lockboxes
Continued RE Education
Legal Fees
Gas
Income taxes are not taken out so they have to put that aside around 25-30%.

Don’t forget health insurance if you don’t have a spouse who provides it.

As a listing agent they have lots of tasks far more than just selling a home.

1. Prepare Listing Presentation for Sellers
2. Research Sellers Property Tax Info
3. Research Comparable Sold Properties for Sellers
4. Determine Average Days on Market
5. Gather Info From Sellers About Their Home
6. Meet With Sellers at Their Home
7. Get To Know Their Home
8. Present Listing Presentation
9. Advise on Repairs and/or Upgrades
10. Provide Home Seller To-Do Checklist
11. Explain Current Market Conditions
12. Discuss Seller’s Goals
13. Share Your Value Proposition
14. Explain Benefits of Your Brokerage
15. Present Your Marketing Options
16. Explain Video Marketing Strategies
17. Demonstrate 3D Tour Marketing
18. Explain Buyer & Seller Agency Relationships
19. Describe the Buyer Pre-Screening Process
20. Create Internal File for Transaction
21. Get Listing Agreement & Disclosures Signed
22. Provide Sellers Disclosure Form to Sellers
23. Verify Interior Room Sizes
24. Obtain Current Mortgage Loan Info
25. Confirm Lot Size from County Tax Records
26. Investigate Any Unrecorded Property Easements
27. Establish Showing Instructions for Buyers
28. Agree on Showing Times with Sellers
29. Discuss Different Types of Buyer Financing
30. Explain Appraisal Process and Pitfalls
31. Verify Home Owners Association Fees
32. Obtain a Copy of HOA Bylaws
33. Gather Transferable Warranties
34. Determine Need for Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
35. Verify Security System Ownership
36. Discuss Video Recording Devices & Showings
37. Determine Property Inclusions & Exclusions
38. Agree on Repairs to Made Before Listing
39. Schedule Staging Consultation
40. Schedule House Cleaners
41. Install Electronic Lockbox & Yard Sign
42. Set-Up Photo/Video Shoot
43. Meet Photographer at Property
44. Prepare Home For Photographer
45. Schedule Drone & 3D Tour Shoot
46. Get Seller’s Approval of All Marketing Materials
47. Input Property Listing Into The MLS
48. Create Virtual Tour Page
49. Verify Listing Data on 3rd Party Websites
50. Have Listing Proofread
51. Create Property Flyer
52. Have Extra Keys Made for Lockbox
53. Set-Up Showing Services
54. Help Owners Coordinate Showings
55. Gather Feedback After Each Showing
56. Keep track of Showing Activity
57. Update MLS Listing as Needed
58. Schedule Weekly Update Calls with Seller
59. Prepare “Net Sheet” For All Offers
60. Present All Offers to Seller
61. Obtain Pre-Approval Letter from Buyer’s Agent
62. Examine & Verify Buyer’s Qualifications
63. Examine & Verify Buyer’s Lender
64. Negotiate All Offers
65. Once Under Contract, Send to Title Company
66. Check Buyer’s Agent Has Received Copies
67. Change Property Status in MLS
68. Deliver Copies of Contact/Addendum to Seller
69. Keep Track of Copies for Office File
70. Coordinate Inspections with Sellers
71. Explain Buyer’s Inspection Objections to Sellers
72. Determine Seller’s Inspection Resolution
73. Get All Repair Agreements in Writing
74. Refer Trustworthy Contractors to Sellers
75. Meet Appraiser at the Property
76. Negotiate Any Unsatisfactory Appraisals
77. Confirm Clear-to-Close
78. Coordinate Closing Times & Location
79. Verify Title Company Has All Docs
80. Remind Sellers to Transfer Utilities
81. Make Sure All Parties Are Notified of Closing Time
82. Resolve Any Title Issues Before Closing
83. Receive and Carefully Review Closing Docs
84. Review Closing Figures With Seller
85. Confirm Repairs Have Been Made
86. Resolve Any Last Minute Issues
87. Attend Seller’s Closing
88. Pick Up Sign & Lock Box
89. Change Status in MLS to “Sold.”
90. Close Out Seller’s File With Brokerage

As a buyers agent they also have many tasks.

1. Schedule Time To Meet Buyers
2. Prepare Buyers Guide & Presentation
3. Meet Buyers and Discuss Their Goals
4. Explain Buyer & Seller Agency Relationships
5. Discuss Different Types of Financing Options
6. Help Buyers Find a Mortgage Lender
7. Obtain Pre-Approval Letter from Their Lender
8. Explain What You Do For Buyers As A Realtor
9. Provide Overview of Current Market Conditions
10. Explain Your Company’s Value to Buyers
11. Discuss Earnest Money Deposits
12. Explain Home Inspection Process
13. Educate Buyers About Local Neighborhoods
14. Discuss Foreclosures & Short Sales
15. Gather Needs & Wants Of Their Next Home
16. Explain School Districts Effect on Home Values
17. Explain Recording Devices During Showings
18. Learn All Buyer Goals & Make A Plan
19. Create Internal File for Buyers Records
20. Send Buyers Homes Within Their Criteria
21. Start Showing Buyers Home That They Request
22. Schedule & Organize All Showings
23. Gather Showing Instructions for Each Listing
24. Send Showing Schedule to Buyers
25. Show Up Early and Prepare First Showing
26. Look For Possible Repair Issues While Showing
27. Gather Buyer Feedback After Each Showing
28. Update Buyers When New Homes Hit the Market
29. Share Knowledge & Insight About Homes
30. Guide Buyers Through Their Emotional Journey
31. Listen & Learn From Buyers At Each Showing
32. Keep Records of All Showings
33. Update Listing Agents with Buyer’s Feedback
34. Discuss Home Owner’s Associations
35. Estimate Expected Utility Usage Costs
36. Confirm Water Source and Status
37. Discuss Transferable Warranties
38. Explain Property Appraisal Process
39. Discuss Multiple Offer Situations
40. Create Practice Offer To Help Buyers Prepare
41. Provide Updated Housing Market Data to Buyers
42. Inform Buyers of Their Showing Activity Weekly
43. Update Buyers On Any Price Drops
44. Discuss MLS Data With Buyers At Showings
45. Find the Right Home for Buyers
46. Determine Property Inclusions & Exclusions
47. Prepare Sales Contract When Buyers are Ready
48. Educate Buyer’s On Sales Contract Options
49. Determine Need for Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
50. Explain Home Warranty Options
51. Update Buyer’s Pre-Approval Letter
52. Discuss Loan Objection Deadlines
53. Choose a Closing Date
54. Verify Listing Data Is Correct
55. Review Comps With Buyers To Determine Value
56. Prepare & Submit Buyer’s Offer to Listing Agent
57. Negotiate Buyers Offer With Listing Agent
58. Execute A Sales Contract & Disclosures
59. Once Under Contract, Send to Title Company
60. Coordinate Earnest Money Drop Off
61. Deliver Copies to Mortgage Lender
62. Obtain Copy of Sellers Disclosure for Buyers
63. Deliver Copies of Contract/Addendum to Buyers
64. Obtain A Copy of HOA Bylaws
65. Keep Track of Copies for Office File
66. Coordinate Inspections with Buyers
67. Meet Inspector At The Property
68. Review Home Inspection with Buyers
69. Negotiate Inspection Objections
70. Get All Agreed Upon Repair Items in Writing
71. Verify any Existing Lease Agreements
72. Check In With Lender To Verify Loan Status
73. Check on the Appraisal Date
74. Negotiate Any Unsatisfactory Appraisals
75. Coordinate Closing Times & Location
76. Make Sure All Documents Are Fully Signed
77. Verify Title Company Has Everything Needed
78. Remind Buyers to Schedule Utilities
79. Make Sure All Parties Are Notified of Closing Time
80. Solve Any Title Problems Before Closing
81. Receive and Review Closing Documents
82. Review Closing Figures With Buyers
83. Confirm Repairs Have Been Made By Sellers
84. Perform Final Walk-Through with Buyers
85. Resolve Any Last Minute Issues
86. Get CDA Signed By Brokerage
87. Attend Closing with Buyers
88. Provide Home Warranty Paperwork
89. Give Keys and Accessories to Buyers
90. Close Out Buyer’s File Brokerage

Whew…exhausting isn’t it!?! 🤯

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Investor Alert !!Is it just me or is everyone thinking the same thing? They want to make money, invest in real estate, a...
03/08/2024

Investor Alert !!

Is it just me or is everyone thinking the same thing? They want to make money, invest in real estate, and create cashflow to get out of the 9-5 system.

Sound like you or someone you know? Forward this email to them and keep reading.

Multifamily is the way to go. More Units in a single property reduces risk and enhances cashflow.

Lets break it down.

The same residential loan you can get to purchase a single family home, you can use to purchase a 2 unit, 3 unit, or 4 unit property. Now why is this important?

With Multifamily you create income from up to 4 units that pay you monthly and cover a single mortgage.

This is key because if you work with me to establish the numbers correctly, you will be able to add value to the property, increase the rents, and earn more income per month beyond the mortgage and expenses for the property.

My goal with every client looking to purchase multifamily is to have at least one unit cash flowing beyond the expenses. For an example, the above pictured triplex is a prime example of a property that can use some value additions. Think paint, window, AC units, laundry in unit, and the list goes on. The point is, there are a lot of opportunities to add value to this property which would attract higher paying tenants.

This property is currently priced at $525,000.

20% downpayment is $105k OR 3.5% FHA Down = $18,375

Mortgage depending on downpayment & credit score can range between

$3,800 - $5,000 per month

Income is currently $1,750 per unit

$1,750 x 3 = $5,250

Immediately you are cash flowing and the rents are below market value.

Rents after slight upgrades can range between $1,900 - $2,100 per unit.

Future Revenue

$5,700 to $6,300 per month

After Expenses (NOI) / Cash flow

Conservatively, between $1,000 - $1,500 / month

Curious to learn more about this property or others in the area?

Reach out to me in my DMs or text me 👌🏻

What a blessing it was to connect and serve Deborah in finding an amazing Waterfront Condo with Intercoastal and Ocean v...
03/07/2024

What a blessing it was to connect and serve Deborah in finding an amazing Waterfront Condo with Intercoastal and Ocean views!

Recently had the Opportunity to get out into the Community and Support a local schools Career Day. During which we discu...
03/04/2024

Recently had the Opportunity to get out into the Community and Support a local schools Career Day. During which we discussed the advantages of being a real estate agent in the South Florida Market.

Some of the kids favorite questions were about how much money I made, how much was made per house sold, how to invest in real estate, and if they should purchase a course to learn more.

All very logical questions it seems however I tried to impact them beyond just the idea of wanting to make a million dollars. I focused a lot of conversations around the work required for whatever they chose to do, it will most likely require an incredible amount of work to reach the millionaire level.

Focus. Consistency. Determination. Discipline. and Sacrifice are the defining values to build upon.

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2901 PGA Boulevard, Suite 100
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
33410

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