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All Forum Posts by: Steven May

Steven May has started 37 posts and replied 241 times.

Post: Out-of-state Multifamily Investment in KC vs Indianapolis?

Steven May
Agent
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  • Real Estate Agent
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Posts 257
  • Votes 246

Happy to chat about options here in Kansas City as I work with several out of state investors who purchase here!

Post: Starting points in investing out of state for high income

Steven May
Agent
Posted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Posts 257
  • Votes 246

I have worked with a few Colorado clients who have purchased Multifamily real estate here in Kansas City - a great cash flow market with solid appreciation as well. We can get you with our team of property management, lenders, insurance agents, contractors, and inspectors! Feel free to reach out to discuss more!

Post: House #4 - Kansas City BRRRR

Steven May
Agent
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  • Real Estate Agent
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Posts 257
  • Votes 246
Quote from @Alex Bekeza:

@Steven May What was the financing solution on the back end once you transitioned from W2 to 1099?


 I worked with a conventional loan officer here locally who is able to do Non-QM loans - took a bit longer than expected and the rate is higher than a W2 conventional loan. Need to have good documentation of 1099 income coming in and monthly expenses. 5.1% at the time I wasn't thrilled about but now with what the interest rate market has done I am content with my rate being locked for 30 years. 

Post: House #4 - Kansas City BRRRR

Steven May
Agent
Posted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Posts 257
  • Votes 246

Investment Info:

Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Kansas City.

Purchase price: $145,000
Cash invested: $3,000

Purchased this Single Family Home on the MLS for $145,000 in Kansas City in a area called Waldo. I already owned 2 houses on the street so once I saw it listed for sale way under market value I knew I had to have it! Purchased vacant. Rehab was $8,692 - foundation work, touch ups of paint, new tile in kitchen & LVP throughout the main floor, and new appliances. Purchased with a hard money loan. Signed a lease with tenants before the first payment was due. 7 months later the appraisal came in at $220,000. 75% LTV cash out refinance left me with just $3,000 in the deal. Cash flow of $272/mo gives me Year 1 Cash on Cash return of 105%. BRRRR

What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

BRRRR opportunity 4 doors down from where I live and on the same street as my Air BNB.

How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

On MLS and I am a licensed agent so I get to represent myself.

How did you finance this deal?

10% down hard money loan.

How did you add value to the deal?

Light interior rehab.

What was the outcome?

Cash flowing SFH and got all my money back 7 months later.

Lessons learned? Challenges?

Just transitioned from W2 to 1099 employment so the cash out refinance was a bit tricky.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I am the agent - Of course I recommend myself!

Post: House #4 - Kansas City BRRRR

Steven May
Agent
Posted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Posts 257
  • Votes 246

Investment Info:

Single-family residence buy & hold investment in Kansas City.

Purchase price: $145,000
Cash invested: $3,000

Purchased this Single Family Home on the MLS for $145,000 in Kansas City in a area called Waldo. I already owned 2 houses on the street so once I saw it listed for sale way under market value I knew I had to have it! Purchased vacant. Rehab was $8,692 - foundation work, touch ups of paint, new tile in kitchen & LVP throughout the main floor, and new appliances. Purchased with a hard money loan. Signed a lease with tenants before the first payment was due. 7 months later the appraisal came in at $220,000. 75% LTV cash out refinance left me with just $3,000 in the deal. Cash flow of $272/mo gives me Year 1 Cash on Cash return of 105%. BRRRR

What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

BRRRR opportunity 4 doors down from where I live and on the same street as my Air BNB.

How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

On MLS and I am a licensed agent so I get to represent myself.

How did you finance this deal?

10% down hard money loan.

How did you add value to the deal?

Light interior rehab.

What was the outcome?

Cash flowing SFH and got all my money back 7 months later.

Lessons learned? Challenges?

Just transitioned from W2 to 1099 employment so the cash out refinance was a bit tricky.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I am the agent - Of course I recommend myself!

Post: Kansas City Mortgage Broker Recommendations

Steven May
Agent
Posted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Posts 257
  • Votes 246

Happy to give you my preferred lenders here in Kansas City if you would like to chat! 

Post: First time buying a rental home

Steven May
Agent
Posted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Posts 257
  • Votes 246

Hey There! Local agent and investor here in Kansas City. Working with both out of state and local investors. We do both on and off market deals. Make sure you talk with a local agent who actually owns rental properties and real estate investments. Feel free to check out my profile for some of the deals I have done. We have all your vendors ready to go - lenders, insurance agents, inspectors, and contractors! 

Post: Which cities should I be focusing on for an above 6 cap rate.

Steven May
Agent
Posted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Posts 257
  • Votes 246

Kansas City definitely! Helping many out of state investors get above 6.5 caps in the multi space. 

Post: Who do we need to know in Kansas City??

Steven May
Agent
Posted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Posts 257
  • Votes 246

Happy to join the conversation! Active investor and agent in the area!

Post: Let’s have a KC meet up!

Steven May
Agent
Posted
  • Real Estate Agent
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Posts 257
  • Votes 246

Happy to meet up! There are a couple that I currently already attend on a weekly and monthly basis if you’re interested!