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All Forum Posts by: Ali L.

Ali L. has started 12 posts and replied 115 times.

Post: HELOC to finance down payment

Ali L.Posted
  • Investor
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Posts 115
  • Votes 29

Also note new tax law requires that HELOC be used for improvements on primary residence for interest to be deductible so possibly a good opportunity for capital improvements also for forced appreciation on House #1.

Post: HELOC to finance down payment

Ali L.Posted
  • Investor
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Posts 115
  • Votes 29

Aspire Credit Union does not charge appraisal or application fee and lends up to 90%. Also check Alliant CU. 

Post: Do I need a buyers agent?

Ali L.Posted
  • Investor
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Posts 115
  • Votes 29

Won't you pay buyers agent commission on a commercial property? I say get a good specialized buyers attorney that's familiar with asset type and area. They can help with drafting offer and negotiations.

Post: How to get a loan for expensive NYC Apartment to "House Hack" ?

Ali L.Posted
  • Investor
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Posts 115
  • Votes 29
Remember to factor in monthly maintenance fees. 

Originallyy posted by @Michael Baker:

@Angelica Rose you also have the option to purchase an HDFC apartment. There are income limits on these apartments. Rarely are you allowed to sublet but you can house hack. The challenge from there is finding a 2BR apartment that makes sense as an investment. Cap rates and ROI are hard to come by in NYC. I haven't seen any deals thus far that would make sense for me to invest in.

One thing to consider is....Can I reduce your housing costs vs Can I make money investing in New York. You may not achieve ROI but you can reduce your housing costs relative to renting or living on your own. NYC apartments hold their value really well. Especially if you get in at the HDFC price point. If you have questions let me know.

Post: Controversial Real Estate HACKS: Queens, Long Island & Brooklyn

Ali L.Posted
  • Investor
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Posts 115
  • Votes 29

How to cash flow in markets with high holding costs like NJ? 

How to fast track basement and attic legalization in NYC?

Post: Inherited Tenant Bounced Rent Check

Ali L.Posted
  • Investor
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Posts 115
  • Votes 29

Do what John Underwood said. Solid advise.  Next, move away from personal checks. Cozy.co for auto ACH or Zelle for person to person. Or at the least money orders or bank checks only. 

Post: New York State’s Roommate Law. Really?

Ali L.Posted
  • Investor
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Posts 115
  • Votes 29

When you do a prior landlord reference check, ask who lived in the unit. It's highly likely they will move over to your new unit. When you interview the potential tenant, ask who they plan to move in. Approach friendly not combative to increase likelihood of honesty.

Post: House hacking in the Bronx/NYC

Ali L.Posted
  • Investor
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Posts 115
  • Votes 29

South Bronx still has good deals. It's possible to get multifamily in need of renovations. Having sufficient cash will set your offer apart.

Post: February 6 Meetup in Manhattan w/ BP Podcast Guest Dave Van Horn

Ali L.Posted
  • Investor
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Posts 115
  • Votes 29

Looking forward to rescheduled meetup!

Post: Inherited Section 8 Tenant Headache

Ali L.Posted
  • Investor
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Posts 115
  • Votes 29

You don't need an attorney. Get the holdover sample notice from your Housing Court clerk and have a process server delivery/post. Go to your local court with Affadvit from server and tell them you need assistance starting holdover proceedings. They should have a landlord help section. Strongly suggest you handle yourself to understand the process. Once you do, use an attorney on future issues. Hopefully there are none.