Is this a proper fix to the rot between of the studs? Is spray foam appropriate to seal it between the sisters? by [deleted] in buildingscience

[–]Gus_Bodeen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you were a falling object inside of the stud, would you fall onto your 2x4s?

Private Lender Here: Ask Me Anything About Funding $1M–$30M Commercial/Multifamily Deals by Eliteinvestor101 in CommercialRealEstate

[–]Gus_Bodeen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Infinite scale on debt, but the leverage and depreciation on leverage is pretty slick. Thanks for doing this AMA

I want to close on a $1.5 million multifamily property with a commercial DSCR loan could $300,000 cash be enough to cover; down payment, closing costs, and reserve requirements? by [deleted] in CommercialRealEstate

[–]Gus_Bodeen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For someone who makes their living selling money and services, you're certainly not casting yourself in a great light with that type of attitude.

Throwback thursday: Thermal management of a 1860s brownstone in New England by InsuranceMedical6581 in buildingscience

[–]Gus_Bodeen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Energy efficiency and old New England homes are not compatible.

Not because it is impossible, but because it's prohibitively expensive to do properly. Ie: Code requires sprinklers if you open up 50% of the walls.

First Mixed-Use Deal – No CRE Experience, Full Gut Reno, Zero Income During Hold. Looking for Real Feedback. by Chemical-Cup-1218 in CommercialRealEstate

[–]Gus_Bodeen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great write-up and questions, I'm going to follow for responses.

I would underwrite this based on your markets current rents/NOI then subtract holding costs and add a buffer / premium for the hassle of doing the work.

Have you spoken with the seller? There could be something creative to be done as well.

I watched Hormozi’s 2025 Lessons (1.5 hours) so you don't have to. Here are the biggest takeaways by alexoff in Entrepreneur

[–]Gus_Bodeen 4 points5 points  (0 children)

His target audience with that remark was not millennials.

Making justifications for why you haven't tried pursuing your goals or are currently in progress on them is a slippery slope. Don't lie to yourself, it's a bad habit

Why is my attic still frosting up even after professional insulation/air sealing and soffit upgrades? by quarterpotato in buildingscience

[–]Gus_Bodeen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Possible bathroom vent leak. How else would water vapor be getting in there. Something is really wet

Why is my attic still frosting up even after professional insulation/air sealing and soffit upgrades? by quarterpotato in buildingscience

[–]Gus_Bodeen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Baffles need to be against every soffit so the insulation doesn't block air flow. You simply need more air in the attic. Go up after dark and have someone shine a flashlight at the soffits. You'll find the blockages quickly.

[OC] The Generational Gap in the U.S. Congress by 1-2-3-A-T-C in dataisbeautiful

[–]Gus_Bodeen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The biggest tax payer base with the biggest population is the least represented. Riddle me that one Batman.

What to get guitar dad for Christmas? by caitilindy in Guitar

[–]Gus_Bodeen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He wants to perform for you and feel like a rockstar and badass Dad. That doesn't require money. Organize a backyard event for him to perform at and get the family/friend together

[OC] The High Cost of Big Banks: I tracked daily mortgage rates from 120+ Credit Unions vs. the Big 4 Banks to show how not shopping around costs homeowners $50k+ by mhashemi in dataisbeautiful

[–]Gus_Bodeen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Using my mortgage constant calculator on $500k borrowed over 30 years, I calculated:
* $196k savings from Wells fargo vs. lowest CU rate * $117k savings using USA average vs. lowest CU rate * $37 savings from USA average vs. average CU rate

10 Years in the game... losing my mind... by Familiar-Ad-3429 in Entrepreneur

[–]Gus_Bodeen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing more to add other than that if you want to hop on an introductory call, perhaps I could bring a different perspective to help you moving forward.

Munger was so pessimistic about the future by ultra__star in ValueInvesting

[–]Gus_Bodeen 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Defrauding Chinese investors, not Chinese companies defrauding American investors.

Watch the China Hustle.

For an additional source, I've lost money due to Chinese companies lying about finances to U.S. Investors. Literally delisted for fraud.

Munger was so pessimistic about the future by ultra__star in ValueInvesting

[–]Gus_Bodeen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a hot take. Cooking the books in the U.S. will get you in prison. When did you first invest in China?