All Forum Posts by: Noah Corwick

It depends on which company you are with. I have had bad experiences in the past and swore I'd never get one again...but my new residence came with one (bought by the Seller's agent). Shortly after moving in, this house (built in 2006 so 18 yrs old) styarted having issues - cooktop working erratically, they replaced it with a high-end (GE Profile) new one.....Dishwasher started leaking, replaced with brand new GE Profile. 50 Gal water heater went out (elements) they replaced.

So in just 6 months, they have spent about $5000 on me. I was so impressed that I did what I never thought I'd do.....I renewed the policy. Both of the AC condensers are 18 yrs old, and they'll be $4-5k each when they go.

So after this experience, I'd say definitely go with a GOOD company. YEs, with a rental, they may be a bit slower, but you have the option to fix things yourself and they will reimburse you.

Hi Noah - also looking to connect - could you DM me? I tried but new to the platform. Not sure if I did it right. Thanks! 

Hi, Victoria E., it’s common to ask for a down payment of 10-20% of the sale price. 

1. In your case: For a $200K house, a 10% down payment would be $20,000, and a 20% down payment would be $40,000.

2. Check current mortgage rates as a reference. As of now, mortgage rates vary but are generally around 6-7% for a 30-year fixed-rate loan. Rates for seller financing are typically higher than conventional mortgage rates to compensate for the increased risk. A good range might be 7-9%.

3. As for fees, you should consider origination, processing and late payment fees. 

4. Loan servicing companies charge for managing the loan, collecting payments, and handling escrow. Fees can range from $15 to $50 per month, or a small percentage of each payment. You can pass these fees on to the buyer, include them in the monthly payment, or pay them yourself. If the fees are passed to the buyer, ensure this is clearly stated in the terms.

5. The closing costs to consider are the recording, legal, title search, insurance, appraisal, and escrow fees.

6. Some terms you may find helpful:

Repayment Schedule: Clearly outline the payment schedule (monthly, quarterly, etc.).
Balloon Payment: If applicable, specify the amount and due date of any balloon payment.
Prepayment Penalty: State if there’s a penalty for paying off the loan early.
Default Terms: Clearly define what constitutes a default and the consequences, such as foreclosure procedures.
Insurance Requirements: Ensure the buyer maintains property insurance.
Maintenance Responsibilities: Clarify that the buyer is responsible for property maintenance and repairs.

I hope this helps you out, have a great day!

Hi all,

My husband and I easily qualify for a conventional loan. We're looking to purchase a small MFR (2-3 units) in Tucson, AZ. We plan to put down 25-30%, and manage it as a midterm rental. Does anyone recommend any lenders?

Best,

kelsey