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All Forum Posts by: Emanuel Stafilidis

Emanuel Stafilidis has started 5 posts and replied 24 times.

Post: Finance for Foreign National

Emanuel StafilidisPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Posts 26
  • Votes 6

Hi Federico, @Federico Gutierrez

I purchased 2 in Cleveland, the first in Brooklyn and the second in Parma. I have not visited yet but fortunately I can't give you any horror stories from Cleveland as all has gone pretty well so far.

It is an uphill battle for financing but we have a profitable real estate enterprise in the USA so it is not impossible. We don't get traditional financing like a resident but there are many options available that are acceptable and allow us to successfully progress.

Post: Inspector Cleveland Ohio

Emanuel StafilidisPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Posts 26
  • Votes 6

At this stage it will be flip but we may keep it as a rental for a few months or years. Just depends how it works out and the market at the time of completion.

Post: Inspector Cleveland Ohio

Emanuel StafilidisPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Posts 26
  • Votes 6

Hi All,

I am looking for an independent inspector to provide interim reports on our rehab in Parma. The report will be used as a check on the contractor as I am out of state and to claim from our financier.

Please contact me if you are able to provide the service.

Thanks

Emanuel

Post: Appraisal Cleveland Ohio

Emanuel StafilidisPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Posts 26
  • Votes 6

I need an appraisal done for a financier. My property is in Old Brooklyn Cleveland OH. If you can provide the service or know someone who can then please contact me.

Thanks and Regards

Emanuel

Post: Finance for Foreign National

Emanuel StafilidisPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Posts 26
  • Votes 6

Hi Janie

I have a Fix-N Flip loan with Lima One and just last week applied for a Rental 30 loan and was advised they can't help me. I went with them originally because of the ability to move from a short term loan to a long term loan but now no longer.

I would suggest you talk to Peak Asset Lending as they have helped me on another property. They just may help you with yours.

All the best.

Post: Looking for home inspectors

Emanuel StafilidisPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Posts 26
  • Votes 6

I use Bill at MSRE. He has served me well so far.

I will message you his details.

Post: Cleveland, OH market

Emanuel StafilidisPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Posts 26
  • Votes 6

Hi Tony,

I have 2 single family homes in the Cleveland area. The first is a 3/2 in Old Brookly and the other is a 3/2 in Parma.

I purchased the first for $39k, rehabbed it for approx $40k and rent it for $1,097p/m.

I purchased the second for $31k, rehab is currently happening and will cost approx $80k. I hope to rent this for $1,500p/m.

When I have the Parma property rented then I will start looking for my third property which will be a multi-family. Location is still to be decided but I am happy with West Cleveland at this stage.

I have a really good realtor that is looking after me in the area. This is really important as I am out of town. Huh, I am really out of town. Sydney Australia is 9,500 miles from Cleveland OH and 17 hours ahead in time. The realtor helps manage the contractor. I use an independent inspection agent and an a separate managing agent. I am happy to pass on these contacts if you like, just PM me.

Post: Cleveland Inspector Recommendation

Emanuel StafilidisPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Posts 26
  • Votes 6

I have previously used Bill Forrest of MSRE Home Inspection Services. PM me for the contact details if you like.

I found him to be good, reliable and cost effective.

All the best.

Post: Finance for Foreign National

Emanuel StafilidisPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Posts 26
  • Votes 6

I live in Sydney Australia and have recently purchased 2 houses in Cleveland Ohio. The plan is to implement the BRRRR strategy, however I am stuck on the Refinance section as lenders in the USA are very risk averse.

Are other foreigners having the same issues?

How have you overcome any financing issues as a non US citizen or resident?

Post: Finance for Foreign National

Emanuel StafilidisPosted
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Posts 26
  • Votes 6

I am an Australian seeking finance for 2 properties I own in Cleveland Ohio.

I have completed a full rehab of the first property, have it rented and am now interested in refinancing the property.

I am currently rehabbing the second property and am looking for finance to complete the rehab and then to refinance once it has been rented.

If you are a hard and/or private lender interested in assisting me then please let me know