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Tariq B. Interest Rates on Commercial Loan?
27 January 2025 | 6 replies
Commercial programs a heavily dependent on location and NOI (less one size fits all compared to residential). 
Muriel Hair Are Home Prices Going Up or Down
28 January 2025 | 3 replies
Housing is still affordable compared to other markets, which keeps renters and investors coming.
Clarase Mika Welcome to 2025! Turn Your Housing Allowance Into an Investment Opportunity
23 January 2025 | 0 replies
With down payments as low as 5-10%, plus low property taxes compared to the U.S., investing in German real estate is more accessible than you might think.If you’ve ever thought about owning property overseas but felt intimidated, stay tuned.
Kris L. Selecting the right agent
26 January 2025 | 12 replies
That would show you exactly what they are each looking at to compare your property
Alex H. Flip as-is or Renovate
28 January 2025 | 4 replies
Since you can't control the sale price, you basically have a $4k cushion to your reno costs, or otherwise you lose money compared to the as-is scenario.
Jack Pasmore The Importance of Underwriting. Is Automation Effective?
31 January 2025 | 9 replies
For example how many units in your comparable are classic vs Platinum. 
Hector Lewis Sell or Continuing Renting out Single Family Home
29 January 2025 | 5 replies
With 40-60K in equity you could explore selling to reinvest but it depends on what deals are out there compared to yours
Martin Manning How Does One Pull Comps For Apartments, Multiunits, and Offic Buildings?
2 February 2025 | 8 replies
Where comps come in to to compare "cap Rates"  (a measure of financial performance) of recent sales. 
Jonathan Greene Why You Should Never Take a Break as a Real Estate Investor
3 February 2025 | 31 replies
But even if you want to do large deals, you need comparable reps.Technology has made it easy to "analyze" deals.
Felicia Vinces What makes a good seller financed deal?
28 January 2025 | 3 replies
Key Factors for a Good Seller-Financed DealCash Flow: Rental income should exceed monthly payments (PITI) by at least 1.25–1.5x.Purchase Price: Compare to ARV and market value for fair pricing and equity potential.Interest Rate: Aim for competitive rates; higher rates must still allow positive cash flow.Amortization/Balloon Terms: Favor longer amortization and align balloon payments with your exit strategy.Down Payment: Lower upfront costs reduce risk but should meet the seller's expectations.Flexibility: Seek no prepayment penalties and fair late-payment clauses.Property Condition: Ensure the property’s condition matches terms through inspections.Seller Motivation: Assess the seller’s willingness to negotiate favorable terms.Exit Strategy: Have a clear plan for refinancing or payoff at term end.Portfolio Fit: Ensure the deal aligns with your financial goals and risk tolerance.Vetting multiple deals and consulting professionals is crucial to making sound decisions.