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All Forum Posts by: Adam Davis

Adam Davis has started 9 posts and replied 29 times.

Nice!! I’ve had a rental for about a year now too. It’s been great, even though we had a pipe burst in the freeze. Are you thinking of expanding your real estate portfolio?

Quote from @Cody Rigby:

Hello!

I am a first time real estate investor looking the following property : 


https://www.redfin.com/OR/Forest-Grove/2418-Cedar-Cir-97116/...

its a pretty large duplex in Forest Grove OR,  the trick is though, its on a lot zoned for a 4 plex so I am looking

into house hacking, converting into a triplex, then living in one unit while renting out the remaining two units

The left garage has been converted to living space, with a living room, half bath, a laundry room with a sink and some counters/cupboards and a bedroom, it is a part of what was an existing 3bd unit

If I were to acquire the asset, I would first attempt to convert that space into its own unit 

The line items as I see (be in mind, I am totally new to this) would be to 

>put up dry wall where the door to the rest of the house is,

>add a shower to the half bathroom 

>install a water heater in the adjacent 3bd unit

> install a kitchen in the laundry room, (
stove , oven , sink, counter space)

>add a shower to the half bath 

Assuming I can convert it to a 3plex, I could at-least cash flow on my investment after I leave 

My plan would be to put minimum down payment of 3.5% (FHA loan) that way I can have a decent amount of capital free to do the renovations

The only concern is when I crunch the numbers to get my ROI, I have no idea

how much its going to cost to convert the additional living space to a third unit

Any experienced investors here know how I can estimate this before I try to make an offer?

at first glance does this project look like its worth taking on or should I shoot for something more turn-key as a first time investor?

Thanks,

-Cody

Definitely start with a construction estimate. At today's construction prices, you're looking at $150k ($200/sf x 750sf, assuming that's a 1/1) or more, which might price you out of the deal. Since this isn't a "fixer," and you're going the FHA route, you'd have to go out-of-pocket for the remodel/upgrades or get a construction loan based off the ARV, which is generally going to require 25-30% down unless you go with private money, which will have much higher interest.

I see it’s pending, so maybe you got it under contract, but if not, I know you can find a good deal out there, even if it’s a smaller starting point. I have a list of 1/2 dozen properties in “cool areas” that will cashflow out of the box, and have a vacant unit, that I just prepared for a client looking for something similar.

Let me know if you need contractor recs - my contractor is an investor as well, and will help maximize your budget/impact.

Post: Title company and questions and concerns

Adam DavisPosted
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You need to work with a licensed real estate agent. They have all the answers you're looking for.

Post: How to Find Buyers

Adam DavisPosted
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Hey Aasin, I get it. You're looking in your market to make sure you can find properties to wholesale, and don't want to do the big announcement blast to investors until you have those properties...

Here's what I'd suggest: find the investors first, and make them happy by providing actual good investments.


Here's the thing: investors will always be there. Great properties may get bought up in a heartbeat.

Meet your investors first. Make sure they'll be there when that property comes along. Then, you'll be set. It can be here, in the forums; that works for me. You don't have to meet them in person. Just make sure they exist.

Second, make sure you can identify a good property. If you can't run comps on your own or with a member of your team, use Zillow or Redfin or your favorite agent's website (mine is adam-davis.remax.net for example) and search for the criteria (bed/bath/sf) of the property you're looking for, or search for the address. That search should yield a price estimate. Take 20-40% off that price, and you've got yourself a deal--that's your purchase price. If you can't sell that property for 20-40%+ more than you bought it for, then it's a bad deal. In essence, less than 20% (of the commonly-held-average) ARV is a slim margin, and you should justify it according to your experience and comfort. It may not be justifiable. Don't force it unless you're very experienced.

These are interchangeable to some degree, but remember you must always have investors (end-buyers)

North and South suburbs, and ATL proper (though I don't prefer it). I have several properties ready to roll, but I need to make sure I have cash buyers. Please tap in, if you're interested/available in:

Residential only; properties above $250k FMV, ARV above $350k, quick close... tell me your range(s) - POF required


I have a range of properties at and above these numbers, but I won't work with less-than-these numbers unless I find a great deal. Minimum assignment fee is higher of 10k or 2%.


I'm literally just trying to collect pre-qual cash buyers right now. Please don't respond if you're not cash+interested in ATL area. Sorry to be so abrupt - have several ready to go, and want to make sure I have End Buyers in place.

Quote from @Selena Haney:

Hey Adam! Are they still interested in selling? 

Just sent you a message
Quote from @Adam Davis:

I have a property listed that is a stellar opportunity for house-hack, BRRRR, and flip investors.

Address is 13633 S Mueller Rd, Oregon City

ARV $1.1mm+ based on current comps. View listing HERE

Update!!

Seller has decided to take the home off market, but will accept an offer below list price, in the mid $600s. 

Hi Tony,

I just joined a week or so ago, so I'm late to your post. I work with investors, and advise and manage portfolios with $20mm valuation and higher for my clients. Reach out if you haven't found someone to work with.

Adam

I have a property listed that is a stellar opportunity for house-hack, BRRRR, and flip investors.

Address is 13633 S Mueller Rd, Oregon City

ARV $1.1mm+ based on current comps. View listing HERE

My portfolio developer client has identified a property in Oregon that is for sale at $700k, and once renovated, will sell for $1.2-1.5mm in 9-12 months. They are looking for and investor to provide cash for down and to qualify for financing. 

Will sell the property upon work completion, and investor will receive cash plus 25%. The portfolio developer will cover all work expenses.