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All Forum Posts by: AJ Exner

AJ Exner has started 1 posts and replied 509 times.

Post: Moving Forward. Grow my portfolio.

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Hey Jesse,

Yes, DSCR loan is definitely the way to go, especially to actually grow your portfolio. They will not be concerned by your W2, and will be driven by that rental income.

They will also be credit-informed, so it would be good to have a good grasp on your credit as that will impact the rate and how much that monthly cash-flow will be.

Happy to connect and see how we might be able to help. Keep an eye on values, rates, and even if your property might be classified as 'rural' on an appraisal. This could be a deal-breaker with some programs and could slow you down a bit in the process. There are lenders that will work with 'rural properties, you just need to know what to do and where to go.

Good luck!

Post: Hard money lenders

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What part of IL? A lot of lenders have policies to their lending in different parts of IL and might even say they will lend to most of IL except Chicago.

Post: Is it impossible to cash out refi a TX rental property if you live out of state?

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As long as it cash flows and you have a decent credit, should work for most DSCR lenders. Is there a cash flow issue?

Most groups I work with would just ask for a Property Management Contract of some kind and would get that done for you.

Sent a DM, would love to connect and see if we could help.

Good luck!

Post: No seasoning cash out refinancing

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Hey Sean,

Should have quite a bit of DSCR options at 90 days, or even less. Especially if you have done even a little bit of work to the property.

Just keep good records/Scopes of Work on your rehab as some groups might limit you to a certain percentage over your cost (say 120% of cost basis), but still enough usually to get DP back.

Happy to connect to talk through it if you are interested.

Good luck!

Post: Conventus left hanging at closing table

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@Chris Seveney they have a VERY aggressive buy-down but generally keep it close to their chest. I had heard the same from some colleagues that the rate is possible on paper but you are definitely paying a lot and working hard to get it there. 

Post: Questions on Financing First Flip or Potential BRRRR

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Quote from @Nick Gauss:

Hey everyone,

I posted a few weeks back on any suggestions for an aspiring flipper/long term investor. You guys kept me motivated so I've been on the search for deals in my area. I ran across a for sale by owner sign and got to researching that night. The next day I went over and tried calling the number but it was disconnected so I knocked on the door multiple times with no answer. I drove away but then I figured I'd loop back around and try the back door. I was able to get a hold of the owner and get a tour of the home. As I expected from the area/researching the old listings, it needs work but nothing major. I think this could be the perfect first flip or a home that I could utilize the BRRRR method. We spoke at the beginning about what he wanted for purchase price but by the end I was able to talk him down to what I think is a workable number. Needless to say, I may have found my first deal.

I was hoping to get some insight again from the community here on where/what I should do for financing. I am torn on whether or not to utilize the BRRRR method or flip this one. Is this something that a hard money or private loan would be best for as I'm undecided? Then my understanding would be that I would be able to go to a local bank and ask for a cash out refinance after it's renovated/rented if I decide to go this route? Any advice for my situation or general advice for someone just getting started would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!


Hey Nick,

Congrats on taking that first step! Is the property there in Madison, or did you track one down elsewhere?

As for your question on Hard Money Loans, yes they will generally cover a portion of the purchase price (say 80-90%) and most will do 100% financing of the rehab based on a reimbursement/inspection schedule

That is usually the toughest part as you get started, most will want to see you do the rehab first, and then do a 'draw' in order to get the funds back. This usually does not include ordering the supplies, so they like to see it completed before the full funds are reimbursed.

Most HMLs for first timers will tweak initial leverage based on FICO and the area you are investing in. If its a good area, a good deal, and your FICO is good, then that will put you in the best position for most groups.

I hope that makes sense, happy to connect and discuss further.

Good luck!

Post: 🏝️ Florida Lending Tightening Up — What Are You All Seeing?

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I think a lot of gotten burned out there from the last few Hurricane seasons and with some revamped FEMA replacement guidelines it really has impacted the coastline, i.e. all of FL.

Combo that with insurance difficulties out there, I think there is a LOT of reconsideration from capital markets that are going to impact it. The Kiavi decision could really shake up things up, either as a precedence or to open the door to new lenders to take their place out. 

For the groups that do stay, it wouldn't surprise me to see leverage-based changes to their lending policies specifically for FL properties and maybe capping Loan-to-ARV?

*Insert Shrug Emoji*

Post: Has anyone had success getting a DSCR loan based on the as-is appraised value rather

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Hey Emmanuel

Have you considered treating this as a modified-BRRR strategy? Attack it with a small rehab-bridge loan (coat of paint, fix some drywall, clean up landscaping/curb-appeal, etc.) to increase leverage and reduce your down payment.

Then refinance it after a couple of months at the true "ARV" where you should be in position to at least rate and term at 80%. It could ensure that you've minimize your cost-basis while getting what sounds like a good property that should give you some good equity for a long time.

That seasoning period should suffice in letting it 'appreciate' to its actual value and put you in a great position.

Post: Need hard money for flip in SD

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'Best' terms will vary pretty considerably based on your experience, FICO, and the numbers themselves. Is this your first flip or have you done a few of these already?

Post: Scope of work

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Are you doing it in cash or are you using a lender to help with the purchase/renovation? If you are using financing, ask your lender if they have a template they prefer.

Some groups don't care, but some can be very particular, so I would ask them if they have one.

Good luck,