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All Forum Posts by: Brian Claar

Brian Claar has started 8 posts and replied 15 times.

Post: Portland Multifamily Fix and Flip

Brian ClaarPosted
  • Investor
  • Portland, OR
  • Posts 22
  • Votes 13

Investment Info:

Large multi-family (5+ units) fix & flip investment.

Purchase price: $750,000
Cash invested: $400,000
Sale price: $1,705,000

Purchased 8 unit townhouse style apartment complex in SE suburb of Portland OR in 2017. Did complete renovation including new roofs, plumbing, siding, and interior.

Below is the description from the marketing flyer;
"The Bellevue Townhomes features eight fully renovated units in the heart of Gladstone, Oregon. The property offers two and three-bedroom floor plans between 900-1,000 square feet. Each unit has a full bathroom upstairs and a guest bathroom on the first floor.

Completely renovated in 2018, these modern units feature beautiful luxury vinyl plank flooring, all new interior doors and fixtures, new cabinets with a soft-close feature, Whirlpool brand stainless-steel kitchen suite and granite countertops throughout. Thoughtful touches were employed throughout inclusive of upgraded paneled doors on all rooms and closets, brushed nickel fixtures, and fresh white baseboard molding and casements. Located in charming Gladstone, Oregon, a suburb of Portland. The Bellevue Townhomes represent an opportunity to acquire a truly turnkey asset positioned to attract and maintain highly desirable tenants."

What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

The ability to get an offmarket, underperforming asset so we could fix and force appreciation through higher rents.

How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

Off market with a local apartment broker.

How did you finance this deal?

Local community bank

How did you add value to the deal?

Total renovation including new roofs, siding, and plumbing. Completely gutted and remodeled all interiors to high end flooring, cabinets, and countertops.

What was the outcome?

Sold property for $1,705,000.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Yes, I would highly recommend Pioneer Trust Bank based out of Salem, OR. They provided purchase and construction financing at a good LTV.

Does anybody have suggestions on how to find find off market properties? Any ideas on a service that will provide me owner names, addresses, and phone numbers? I am looking to pick up a 10-30 unit apartment building in the next 3 months, but having trouble finding properties for sale.

Thanks,

Brian

Does anybody have suggestions on how to find find off market properties? Any ideas on a service that will provide me owner names, addresses, and phone numbers? I am looking to pick up a 10-30 unit apartment building in the next 3 months, but having trouble finding properties for sale.

Thanks,

Brian

Post: WANTED: 10-30 Unit Apartment Complex in OR or WA

Brian ClaarPosted
  • Investor
  • Portland, OR
  • Posts 22
  • Votes 13

I am currently seeking a 10-30 unit apartment complex in the $500k-$2M range.  I am looking for properties in Oregon and Southwest Washington. I have financing and equity to get into a sales contract today.

Please contact me with available on-market and off-market properties.

Thanks,

Brian

Post: Seasoned Investor from Portland

Brian ClaarPosted
  • Investor
  • Portland, OR
  • Posts 22
  • Votes 13

I am from Portland, Oregon and currently have 2 duplex properties in Austin, TX. I am primarily interested in buy/hold type properties, but am open to flipping and wholesaling. I am looking to add 5-10 units in the next year in either central Texas or Mid-Willamette Valley in Oregon.

I have a strong analytical background and am looking for a partner who would like to put their capital to work in the most efficient way.