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All Forum Posts by: Jeremy Fleming

Jeremy Fleming has started 3 posts and replied 51 times.

Post: What do you know about duplexes?

Jeremy FlemingPosted
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In my pursuit for single family home domination, I did purchase one duplex, one title for both units.

Advantages of Investing in Duplexes

Live in One Unit and Rent the Other: This is a big perk. If you live in one unit and rent out the other, you can cover some or all of your mortgage and expenses with rental income. This is often called "house hacking."

Easier Management: Since you’re right there, managing the property can be simpler. You’re on-site for maintenance issues or tenant concerns, which cuts down on the hassle of traveling to a separate location.

Loan Accessibility: Getting a mortgage for a duplex can be easier than financing other types of investment properties because you can use the potential rental income from the second unit to help qualify for the loan.

Tax Benefits: Owning a rental property can open up opportunities for various deductions like mortgage interest, property taxes, operating expenses, and depreciation.

Disadvantages of Investing in Duplexes

Privacy Issues: Living so close to your tenants means less privacy. You’re literally neighbors, which might lead to tenants knocking on your door for minor issues.

Tenant Risk: If you have a problem tenant, dealing with them can be more immediate and stressful since they live next door. Plus, if a unit is vacant, you lose part of your potential income, which might be more impactful compared to having multiple units in a larger property.

Market Limitations: Depending on the Lubbock market, there might be a limited number of duplexes available, which can restrict your options or inflate prices due to high demand.

Resale Market: Duplexes might not appreciate as rapidly as single-family homes, depending on the area and market trends.

Hope that gets you started, shoot any questions you have my way!

I would be very leary. There are a lot of crooks in the real estate investment world. Some don't even mean to be crooks. Do your due diligence on the company, just like you were buying THEM!

Here are a few zip codes you might want to check out:

33127 (Miami) - This area includes neighborhoods like Wynwood and Allapattah. It's known for its vibrant street art and bustling nightlife, which makes it appealing for younger buyers or investors looking for properties with a cool, urban vibe.

33311 (Fort Lauderdale) - Located in central Broward County, this zip code covers parts of Fort Lauderdale and is one of the more affordable areas for property investments in the region. It’s close to beaches and has a mix of residential options, which could be great for flipping.

33401 (West Palm Beach) - This area is in the heart of West Palm Beach and has a mix of old and new properties, many of which could benefit from updates. It’s near entertainment districts and good schools, making it attractive for families.

33134 (Coral Gables) - This zip code includes Coral Gables, known for its Mediterranean-style homes and upscale living. The area offers higher-end flips but comes with a higher buy-in cost. However, the returns could be significant due to the desirability of the location.

33020 (Hollywood) - This part of Hollywood, FL, has varied real estate offerings and is relatively more affordable than its more famous neighbors. It’s an excellent spot for flipping properties aimed at middle-income buyers.

Each of these zip codes offers different advantages depending on what you’re looking for in terms of community, property type, and investment scale. It’s always a good idea to visit the areas, connect with local real estate experts, and really get a feel for the market dynamics. Plus, keeping an eye on market trends and potential future developments can really give you an edge in making a smart investment. Happy house hunting!

Post: Need Help Analyzing This Property!

Jeremy FlemingPosted
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The property is listed with a realtor? Just a heads up that I've never had luck getting an owner financing deal accepted through a realtor, as most agents don't understand seller financing. Not trying to discourage you, just a heads up. Perhaps this agent and vendor are ready to be creative, as 3 years is a long time to carry property with no income.
If you have any specific questions about owner financing, feel free to contact me, I've done a number of deals like this on the private market. 
Just as a side note, I'd be curious why the siding is buckling on the backside of the newest addition to the home. 

Post: Seller Financing help

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Hey Daniel, I'm a Canadian investor as well (out in Alberta). If you have a traditional Canadian bank mortgage, you can pay that mortgage off early, there is just usually a prepayment penalty of 3 months interest. You should have a fairly favourable interest rate though don't you?
I've bought numerous properties, all utilizing seller financing of one sort or another. If you have specific questions, by all means, let me know. I'm happy to help. 

Post: New to to this…

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I highly recommend Seller Financing - it is how I have bought most all of my properties. That said, I've stuck to residential properties, but the principles are the same.  Although I am not a multi family pro, if you have any questions about owner financing, drop me a line!

Sounds great! What do I need to bring to the table, and what are you offering to pique my interest?

Post: Owner Finance Deal. Good or Bad?

Jeremy FlemingPosted
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Ok, so don't mind me - I dropped your whole write up into Chat, and this is what it came back with for me:
Let’s dive into the numbers together and see what we can work out about this owner financing deal you’re considering.

First off, the idea of selling the house at $315,000 when its market value is around $260,000 definitely swings in your favor financially. That high down payment of $100,000 also helps reduce the risk quite a bit since it gives you a good chunk of cash right away and reduces the loan amount your buyer needs.

To get a clearer picture of your return on investment (ROI) and your annualized ROI (CAGR), let's break it down step-by-step.

### Initial Calculations
- **Initial investment:** You bought the house for $235,000.
- **Sales price:** $315,000.
- **Down payment received:** $100,000.

### Loan Details (After Down Payment)
- **Amount financed:** Sales price - down payment = $315,000 - $100,000 = $215,000.
- **Monthly payment from buyer:** $1,394.49.
- **Loan term:** 30 years (360 months).

### Calculating Total Returns
- **Total payments received over 30 years:** $1,394.49 x 360 = $501,816.40.
- **Total amount received (including down payment):** $501,816.40 + $100,000 = $601,816.40.

### Calculating ROI
- **Total profit (not accounting for costs like maintenance, taxes, etc.):** Total amount received - initial investment = $601,816.40 - $235,000 = $366,816.40.
- **ROI over 30 years:** ($366,816.40 / $235,000) x 100 = 156.09%.

### Calculating Annualized ROI (CAGR)
The formula for CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) is:
\[ CAGR = \left(\frac{Final\ Value}{Initial\ Value}\right)^{\frac{1}{Number\ of\ Years}} - 1 \]
In your case:
\[ CAGR = \left(\frac{\$601,816.40}{\$235,000}\right)^{\frac{1}{30}} - 1 \]

Let's calculate this:

\[ CAGR = \left(\frac{601816.40}{235000}\right)^{\frac{1}{30}} - 1 \]
\[ CAGR = (2.56)^{\frac{1}{30}} - 1 \]
\[ CAGR \approx 1.0303 - 1 \]
\[ CAGR \approx 0.0303 \text{ or } 3.03\% \]

This means your annualized return is about 3.03% each year over 30 years. While this might sound low compared to some high-yield investments, it's steady and relatively safe given the high down payment and the over-market selling price.

In conclusion, while the 3.03% CAGR might seem small, remember that this calculation doesn’t consider other potential financial benefits like tax advantages or the value of having the capital upfront. Plus, it’s fairly risk-free post-down payment, which is a significant benefit. It’s really about weighing these returns against other potential investments you could make with the capital if you didn’t lock it into this property.

Hope that helps clarify things! Let me know if there's anything else you want to figure out.

NOW, I then asked Chat how the numbers looked if we include a 5 year balloon:

Switching to a 5-year balloon payment structure changes the dynamics of your deal quite a bit. With this setup, the buyer would still make the same monthly payments, but instead of stretching those payments over 30 years, they would need to pay off the remaining balance at the end of 5 years. Here's how that would look:

### Details with a 5-Year Balloon Payment
- **Sales Price:** $315,000.
- **Down Payment:** $100,000.
- **Amount Financed:** $315,000 - $100,000 = $215,000.
- **Interest Rate:** 6.75%.
- **Monthly Payment:** $1,394.49.

### Loan Balance at the End of 5 Years
- **Number of Payments:** 5 years x 12 months = 60 payments.
- **Total Payments Made by Buyer in 5 Years:** $1,394.49 x 60 = $83,669.40.

We need to calculate the remaining balance after 5 years of payments. The remaining balance is the initial loan amount ($215,000) compounded monthly at the interest rate, minus the total payments made. This can be calculated using the formula for the balance of an amortizing loan. Let's calculate that.

### Calculate Remaining Loan Balance
The formula for the remaining balance \( B \) of a loan after \( n \) payments is given by:
\[ B = P \left(1 + r\right)^n - \frac{X \left(\left(1 + r\right)^n - 1\right)}{r} \]
where:
- \( P \) is the principal loan amount ($215,000),
- \( r \) is the monthly interest rate (6.75% per annum / 12 months = 0.5625% per month),
- \( X \) is the monthly payment amount ($1,394.49),
- \( n \) is the number of payments made (60).

Let's calculate the remaining balance after 60 payments.

```python
P = 215000 # Principal loan amount
r = 0.0675 / 12 # Monthly interest rate
n = 60 # Number of payments
X = 1394.49 # Monthly payment

# Calculate remaining balance
B = P * (1 + r)**n - X * ((1 + r)**n - 1) / r
B
```
This calculation will give us the balloon payment amount the buyer would need to pay at the end of 5 years to completely own the home. Afterward, we'll discuss how this impacts your return on investment. Let's calculate this.

After 5 years of monthly payments, the remaining balance on the loan would be approximately $201,832.48. This is the balloon payment that the buyer would need to pay to fully own the home.

### Financial Impact of a 5-Year Balloon Payment
Now, let's summarize your financials with this balloon payment setup:
- **Total received from monthly payments over 5 years:** $83,669.40.
- **Balloon payment after 5 years:** $201,832.48.
- **Initial down payment:** $100,000.
- **Total amount received:** $83,669.40 + $201,832.48 + $100,000 = $385,501.88.

### Return on Investment (ROI)
- **Total profit:** Total amount received - initial investment = $385,501.88 - $235,000 = $150,501.88.
- **ROI over 5 years:** ($150,501.88 / $235,000) x 100 = 64.04%.

### Annualized ROI (CAGR)
To calculate the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the 5-year period:
\[ CAGR = \left(\frac{Final\ Value}{Initial\ Value}\right)^{\frac{1}{Number\ of\ Years}} - 1 \]
\[ CAGR = \left(\frac{385501.88}{235000}\right)^{\frac{1}{5}} - 1 \]

Let's calculate this CAGR:

\[ CAGR = \left(\frac{385501.88}{235000}\right)^{0.2} - 1 \]
\[ CAGR \approx 1.1054 - 1 \]
\[ CAGR \approx 0.1054 \text{ or } 10.54\% \]

This 10.54% annualized return is substantially higher than the 3.03% from the 30-year term scenario. This higher return reflects the increased risk and responsibility on the buyer to secure a large sum for the balloon payment or refinance the loan within 5 years.

If this seems like a more attractive option to you, considering your financial goals and risk tolerance, it might be a great way to go! Let me know if you need more details on any part of this calculation or other aspects of your deal!

Post: Seller Financing Refi out

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My suggestion is to go long with the vendor financing. It is the best financing you can use to fund a home purchase, because you set the rate and the terms - not a bank. I bought a place a number of years ago, and the vendor carried back 100% of the purchase price - because i asked. In fact, most of my purchases have included a vendor take back mortgage of one sort or another. You can do this!

Any chance for a vendor take back mortgage? You had mentioned the vendor was well off. For example, if the vendor was willing to carry back $115,000 in the form of a 2nd mortgage. This way you'd only be looking for financing $895,000 of $1,150,000 purchase price. If you make this a balloon payment in say 5 years, you've helped your cashflow, and you can refinance to pay out the balance of the 2nd mtg.
I do have to ask though - you seem quite emotionally invested at this point - what are average house prices in this neighbourhood? Personally, I'd never buy the biggest house, or the most expensive house on the street. Can make for a hard sale later.
All the best in your adventures!