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All Forum Posts by: Michael L.

Michael L. has started 48 posts and replied 222 times.

Post: Square feet dilimma??

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Quote from @Jason Taliaferro:

There is nothing in SDAT on it? Is it new construction?

@Jason Taliaferro, no it's not, an I did get the property it's to pop up (I found out that the website is super sensitive an has to entered a certain way) but there's still not much data on it. After doing searches on other properties to see the info that's suppose to be available, not seeing that same type of info for that particular property only made me stick with my gut an move on.

Post: Interview Questions to Ask Re Agents as Investor

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Quote from @Edwin De leon:
Quote from @John Morgan:

@Edwin De leon

I only use the listing agents. They get double the commish and go all out for me to get the house.

Thanks... got my attention, how do they double the commission ? What are the 2 commissions they get :( don't understand !!

@Edwin De Leon, the 2 sides of commission is the buyer side=3%, and the seller side=3%. An since your letting the seller agent represent you too, you might be able to negotiate your portion of the commission (3%) down to maybe 2%. An remember, the answer will always be NO if you don't ask...

Post: New Investor 2023 STL

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Quote from @Kris Kelley:

Hey my name is Kris Kelley Im a brand new investor and I am 22! I am in the St. louis market right now reading and analyzing everyday. Id love to connect with anyone in STL or even out of STL really, Im invtroverted but love meeting new people. As far as my experience goes, I want to house hack this year as my first home purchase so wish me luck!  ALSO if we have any gamers I'd love to connect on Discord or Steam!

Salute @Kris Kelley, I don't believe in luck but I will wish you all the best in your endeavors an would like to connect. I'm also new to BP and would like to sample all markets "the Lou" included. 💯 for getting into positive activities with your time as a young man👑.

Post: Quick question for future referwnce

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Quote from @Caroline Gerardo:

Lender is required to have a NMLS license in the state where the property sits. There are "lenders" on here without licenses. There are nationwide lenders and some who are regional/ banks don't require their lending staff to have NMLS license in each state.

Lender does not need to be in your location. Documentation is uploaded on websites directly. Product rules, ins and outs vary for every lender. State laws for mortgages also have shades of different rules.

@Caroline Gerardo, thanks for the enlightening insight. So when dealing with a lender should I ask if they are licensed in the state of said property, and if they are not, would you suggest me to find a qualified lender?

Post: Quick question for future referwnce

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Quote from @David Ramirez:

@Michael L.

It's about the same. All they care about are the numbers nothing else.

Overstood!

Post: Quick question for future referwnce

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Quote from @Tony Severance:

Yes, definitely!  However, keep in mind that each state has different lending/licensing laws, so choose your lender carefully.

@Tony Severance, I appreciate the heads up💯.

Post: Quick question for future referwnce

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Quote from @David Ramirez:

Hey Michael, 

Yes, actually the lenders that I have used are out of state. 

Thanks for your input🤙🏼. Is it more troublesome to use out state lenders vs lenders local to the investment?

Post: Dividend income and filing taxes

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How much income do you have to receive from dividends to file taxes and get a return? 

Post: Just Starting Out: Condo/Townhouse vs waiting to save on SFH

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@Danielle Tran, if you are willing to house hack, why not go the multifamily route where you also have the income from those other units? Whatever decision you choose, I wish all the best for you an that all will work out in your favor💯.

Post: Happy Happy Happy Happy Happy New Year

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Quote from @Bruce Woodruff:

You too, and to all!

@Bruce Woodruff,🤙🏼