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All Forum Posts by: Account Closed

Account Closed has started 9 posts and replied 390 times.

Post: Subject To Documents Question

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Originally posted by @Melissa Haworth:

If a seller wants out of his property but he is not behind in tax or mortgage payments what documents would I need to prepare to protect myself? I have only done seller finance when the seller owns property free and clear.  Seller wants 10% down on a $287500.00 sales price with 7% interest.

 There are actually two questions in your question. (or more) But, first you use a Purchase & Sale Agreement to specify the Terms and then you use an attorney who will prepare the rest of the paperwork. The attorney will ask you for clarification on anything that is needed that isn't written down. You should give the seller proper disclosures.

Post: Can a Junior Lien holder negotiate the payoff amt of the 1st mort

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Originally posted by @Manuel Sarabia:

Sorry if this is not the correct forum for the question. My question is at the junior lien holder, can I negotiate with the first mortgage on the property to negotiate the payoff?

 Sure, that is what banks do all the time. They buy and sell mortgages. That's why people get letters that their loan has been "transfered".

Post: What exactly is a "Non-Conforming Duplex?"

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Originally posted by @Stephen Spradley:

Title says it all. These seem to be the only ones I can find around here but not exactly sure what they are. Thanks!

 That can mean a *lot* of things. You have to have the building department tell you why for that particular property.

Post: Preforeclosure w/ lots of equity but has multiple liens/loans

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Probably not. But, If you are into challenges, empty the ocean with a teaspoon. It makes as much sense. ;-)

Post: Using a Business Name, Is my Legal Name Viewable to Public?

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Originally posted by @Mike Miller:

I know many people use a DBA/LLC name as an agent, I like the idea for privacy.

However, what if someone looked up my license number on the state Real Estate website, like California Bureau of Real Estate, will it display my real legal name to the public? Will it still show my legal name and indicate that I am using a DBA name?

If a client of mine knows me by my DBA name "Joe Larry", and could look up my License # and see my real name is "Billy Bob". Simply curious to what extent a LLC name anonymizes a real estate agent.

Thanks

Depends on the state you create your LLC in. Some states are full disclosure some are not. You also can create an LLC that has an LLC that owns an LLC , etc if you are really into it. Also, you can create an LLC in any state even if you don't live there.

Post: Should I get a Masters in Real Estate?

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Originally posted by @Elliot Vann:

Hey BP,

I'm thinking of going for a MSRE (Masters in Real Estate), specifically, I'm looking at NYU but I am open to other ideas. I was wondering if anyone has knowledge of that and if its a worthwhile endeavor. I imagine it puts me on a path to have to work at a firm doing acquisitions for a couple of years, but the idea is that would give the background to jump into syndicating larger multifamily buildings down the line. I currently have my real estate license and I am working as a property manager to learn the business from the bottom up. But, I feel like a MSRE will open many doors on the REI front, and what better way to make money to invest in Real estate than from the inside.

Please share your thoughts!

Thank You

 Nonsense. Don't fall for it. Caluculate the amount you would spend on tuition, books, fees and lost income and lost time. That is your true cost. Find someone to Joint Venture with and make some money while you learn how to invest in real estate. "Those who can *do*. Those who can't - *teach*." If they were good at it, they would be doing it, not teaching.

Post: Info on Foreclosed Properties

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Originally posted by @Grin Alan:

Hey guys. Does anyone here know anything about how to get info on foreclosed properties currently owned by the bank, especially how to get contact info for whoever is representing the sale of those properties?

Each bank has an REO (Real Estate Owned) department. They are really tough to get a call back from. Generally you have to contact the real estate agent assigned to selling the property. You can get that through the MLS.

Post: Guilty Plea in scam targeting homeowners facing foreclosure

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There is a right way and a wrong way to deal with foreclosures. He chose the wrong way. Don't even *think* of doing it.

Defendant pleads guilty in scam targeting homeowners facing foreclosure

Jan 23, 2018 Info Wyandotte Bonner Springs, Kansas City Kansas, News

A Missouri man pleaded guilty Monday to charges he and his accomplices swindled homeowners facing foreclosure with false promises to help them save their homes, U.S. Attorney Tom Beall said.

Tyler Korn, 28, St. Ann, Mo., pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud in U.S. District Court in Kansas City, Kansas.

In his plea, he admitted he and co-defendants used the address of a UPS store in Overland Park, Kan., to form Reliant Home Financial Group, a company they operated out of the St. Louis metro area.

The indictment alleges the defendants took money from victims and fraudulently promised to:
• Lower their interest rates.
• Lower their monthly payments.
• Help them obtain loan modifications.

When victims received foreclosure notices, the defendants advised them not to worry about it.

Other defendants include:
Amjad Daoud, 33, Lutz, Fla., who is awaiting trial.
Ruby Price, 73, Bonner Springs, Kan., who is awaiting sentencing.

Korn will be scheduled for sentencing later. He faces up to 20 years in federal prison and a fine up to $1 million on each count, according to the U.S. attorney’s office.

Beall commended the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development – Office of Inspector General, the Federal Housing Finance Agency – Office of Inspector General, the Johnson County District Attorney’s Office, Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Emilie Burdette and Assistant U.S. Attorney Jabari Wamble for their work on the case.

Post: Adjustable rate mortgages on investment property

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Originally posted by @Nolan Gray:
Dear bp family,

I want to know how you all feel about ARMs on cash-flowing rental properties. Im looking to possibly do an investment loan on a four family or duplex. The credit union and bank lenders (milwaukee,wi) that i have approached have all offered ARM loans amortized over 20-30 years with 25% down at 4-6 percent on no occupied multi family properties.

I personally like 20-30 year fixed products

ARMs somewhat “scare” me ! Even though the property will be a cash flowing multifamily.

I appreciate ALL of you feedback. Feel free to connect with me !

 Fixed only. If it doesn't work with fixed you will lose it later on an adjustable. Fixed only.

Post: Lease extension with potential bankrupted tenants

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Originally posted by @Steve T.:

My tenants are asking for a 4-month lease extension but I suspect they are filing for bankruptcy since they have a bankruptcy lawyer contacting me asking for the lease extension.  The current lease will expire end of next month. I read several online posts which seems to indicate that trying to get rent money (or evict) from bankrupted tenants are troubling.  Another option would be asking for pre-paid full 4-month rents.  Have you been dealing with similar situations and what are the pros and cons I need to be aware of? Should I obtain a lawyer? Thanks

 If they file bankruptcy and you don't have anything in writing you lose control. They most likely don't want to move. If they file bankruptcy & wipe out their other debt, they are in a better position to pay rent on time. I would consider getting an agreement in writing with their attorney so that it would hold up in court and protect you.