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Updated over 7 years ago,
Extend the Contract and Wait, or Cut Losses and Move On?
Hi, I'm hoping to pick your brains a little bit. What would you do if you were in a position as below?
Thanks!
Deal Description:
4 two-bedroom multi-unit property built in 1940's, in South East Washington DC. The rentable area is 3400 sf and there is a 1100 sf unfinished basement with enough height clearance for a basement unit in the future.
Sale price: $599,000
offered and contracted price: $599,000 and 2% closing credit from the seller
Appraised price: $599,000
Down payment: 25%, interest rate locked at 5%, conventional 30yr mortgage
rental income=$1,300 per unit per month, $5200 total per month
mortgage, tax and insurance payment: $2,900/mnth
Three inherited section 8 tenants on month-to-month lease, one vacant apartment
Utilities other than water paid by tenants
Immediate repairs will cost $10K, including preparing the vacant unit for rent. We have a contract in place that will expire soon. Should we extend the contract and close this property?Edit: I have to add, the fact that contract expiring is due to owner not being proactive enough and taking their time collecting all the documents/requirements to be able to close.