What the Arizona Case is Really About
Arizona Attorney General Brings Suit Against Invstors Several real estate investors, title companies and attorney’s were sued by the Arizona Attorney General’s Office. See the 81-Page Clase Here. The case was not about Subject To, but rather it was about how people were treated. It was more about investors being Misleading. And here at MAREI, […]
How to Hire a Professional Cleaner: What to Look For and Red Flags to Avoid
Hiring a cleaning service may seem simple, but too many people call themselves “professional cleaners” without actually being professional. A bad hire can lead to stolen items, property damage, or subpar work that leaves your space just as messy as before.
The Ultimate Guide to Setting Up a Successful Airbnb
Airbnb Tips from Tyler with Bearbnb If you’re thinking about launching an Airbnb or optimizing an existing one, you don’t need to spend thousands on expensive courses. Tyler Shirk has a growing Facebook post of tips that he keeps adding too as he thinks of them. Here’s a complete guide based on real experience, covering […]
Kansas City Missouri’s 1% Earnings Tax for Rental Property
1% Earnings Tax is for earned income. Ask your tax professional if rental income is earned income. Thie city of Kansas City Missouri has some new touchy feely, highly subjective, no idea how to apply rules that say your rental income should, maybe, might need to be taxed.
From Landlord to Lien-Lord: Why Note Investing is a Game Changer with Tracy Z and Fred Rewey
Traditional rental properties come with a long list of responsibilities—repairs, property taxes, dealing with vacancies, and handling difficult tenants. Tracy and Fred discovered early on that while real estate ownership builds wealth, being the lender offers many of the same financial benefits with fewer headaches.
GuestPass
Earn MAREI Bucks to use toward your own membership, master classes, or vendor tables for Business Members. Invite your friends, family and associates who are interested to attend the next meeting.
Housing Voucher BillsProposed Bills in Missouri on Housing VouchersHousing Voucher Bills
Legislation to Prohibit Local Governments from Requiring Private Property Owners to Accept Section 8 What started as two bills in the Missouri House and one in the Senate that would Prohibit local governments from requiring private property owners to accept Section 8 vouchers. Two bills seem to be the same as HB2385 from last year […]
The Criminal as a Protected Class in Kansas City Missouri
Kansas City’s Second Chance Revolution – The Criminal as a Protected Class Kansas City Ordinance 241074—adopted on January 16, 2025—is often described as a “second chance” law. It amends sections of Chapter 2 (Administration) and Chapter 38 (Civil Rights) of the city’s Code of Ordinances to include persons with criminal histories as a protected class. […]
How to Avoid Costly Contractor Mistakes: Lessons from Ray Sasser
If you’ve ever tackled a rehab project, you know that managing contractors can make or break your deal. Your scope of work is the key to manage your contractors.
What to do When Ghosted by Your Contractor
Hiring a contractor can be one of the biggest challenges in real estate investing. While many do excellent work, there are plenty who overpromise and underdeliver—and some even walk off jobs before they’re done.
In a recent Lone Star REIA podcast (watch here), veteran investor Ray Sasser shared his insights on why contractors abandon projects, how to prevent it, and what to do if you’re left with an unfinished job.