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Updated about 6 years ago,
Should I settle for 70% LTV?
Hey Guys,
I have a duplex I purchased for $160,000 in a good part of Des Moines, IA (Beaverdale for the locals). The Assessed value is $200K before we added an additional conforming bedroom on one side making it a 2-1 and a 3-1. We put $20,000 into renovations bringing my total purchase and rehab cost to $180K. Monthly rental income is $2,100.
Our goal is to hold this property so we are looking for a 30 year fixed loan. We purchased the property in June so December will be our 6th month mark. credit score is high, I have a good paying W2 income, and no other debt. The lender I am talking to quoted me 6% and only 70% LTV. Should I shop around for better rates?
This is our first property so any advise would be awesome. If you are local, do you have a recommendations on a lender? Thanks!
Thomas