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All Forum Posts by: Fatima Champagne

Fatima Champagne has started 10 posts and replied 85 times.

Post: Private Investor Inquiry - Seeking Private Investor

Fatima ChampagnePosted
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 86
  • Votes 21
Originally posted by @Christopher Phillips:

@Fatima Champagne

Learn how to pull comps (don't ever mention Zestimate again) and get up to speed on the basics of rehab costs.

Zestimate = No No. Lol, consider that noted. I actually reached out to my realtor and was provided comp figures of $330K-$400K. I'm definitely going to stick with a contractor for my first go round, (just for comforts sake) -- but I doubt I'll make a move until I build a good enough relationship with someone interested in the investment opportunity. Seems silly to hire a contractor for a rehab estimate on a home you can't close, right? 

I located a foreclosed home that is selling for $180,000 and has a zillow estimate of $430,000-$500,000. Similar homes on the same block and area have sold from $385,000- $439,000. The home needs repairs that are quoted by the seller as around $50,000. My question is first: what type of information would a private investor need in order to proceed? Also - I am new to real estate, no prior home ownerships, no wholesaling experience, nada, zilch - but I'm looking to move forward. With the necessary fixes, I will be able to refinance the house and pay the investor plus their percentage but how do you locate a potential partner if your own portfolio comes up short? I recently signed up for a local real estate group, so I'll be joining in on our weekly classes next week. I look forward to meeting potential collaborators, mentors, and like-minded individuals - but would like a bit of guidance in how to even go about RE proposals if you have no proof of your own success.

Post: Private Investor Inquiry - Seeking Private Investor

Fatima ChampagnePosted
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 86
  • Votes 21

I located a foreclosed home that is selling for $180,000 and has a zillow estimate of $430,000-$500,000. Similar homes on the same block and area have sold from $385,000- $439,000. The home needs repairs that are quoted by the seller as around $50,000. My question is first: what type of information would a private investor need in order to proceed?

Also - I am new to real estate, no prior home ownerships, no wholesaling experience, nada, zilch - but I'm looking to move forward. With the necessary fixes, I will be able to refinance the house and pay the investor plus their percentage but how do you locate a potential partner if your own portfolio comes up short? I recently signed up for a local real estate group, so I'll be joining in on our weekly classes next week. I look forward to meeting potential collaborators, mentors, and like-minded individuals - but would like a bit of guidance in how to even go about RE proposals if you have no proof of your own success. 

Post: Philadelphia Area Rookie

Fatima ChampagnePosted
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 86
  • Votes 21

Hey @Ross Faber I'm looking for a decent group as well. If you find an upcoming meetup, I'd love to join! 

Following, as Germantown is one of the areas I'd like to purchase my first home. 

Hey @Mauricio Botero-- I could help you with any future projects you may have. Would love to connect. 

Post: 203k Contractor Recommendations in Philadelphia

Fatima ChampagnePosted
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 86
  • Votes 21
Originally posted by @Jon Graboyes:

"...was told by both the fha consultant and lender that the commercial space could not be renovated with this product"...

Thanks for sharing! I was considering a similar property and didn't know this.