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Sean McKee Berwyn: Potential 2 Flat Purchase
29 June 2024 | 7 replies
Berwyn has so many amazing brick buildings and a lot of times the frame buildings can be tough when it comes to the Berwyn compliance inspection. 
Account Closed How to do wholesaling RIGHT? In Maryland/East Coast and Nationwide.
3 July 2024 | 20 replies
They adhere to a strict code of ethics and are often members of national and local real estate associations.The Process:Property Listing: They list properties on local Multiple Listing Services (MLS), exposing them to a broad audience of potential buyers.Client Representation: Realtors represent either the buyer or the seller, guiding them through the transaction process, ensuring legal compliance, and striving for the best deal for their client.Commission-Based Earnings: They earn through commissions—predetermined percentages of the property’s selling price.Wholesalers: The Middle-MenReal estate wholesalers seek out off-market properties, secure them at significantly low prices, often through a signed contract with a seller, then "assign" or sell that contract to an end buyer for a higher price.The Process:Property Hunt: Wholesalers look for properties often not listed on MLS, sometimes requiring significant repairs or distressed sales.Under Contract: They negotiate directly with sellers and sign a purchase contract, with no intention of actually closing the deal themselves.Assignment of Contract: Wholesalers then sell this contract to an investor or end buyer at a markup, pocketing the difference as their profit.Divergence Creates TensionThis fundamental difference in operations sets the stage for conflict.
James Carlson 18 offers, 12% over list price .... Market going bonkers again?
30 June 2024 | 54 replies
So yes separation would trigger automatic sell.The exception for this is perhaps midwest.
Gabe Morrell Is house flipping a smart way to jump into REI?
1 July 2024 | 12 replies
This way you can begin making money in real estate so when your ready to pull the trigger you will already have more knowledge on how to look at a deal and the money to invest in making it happened.
Christian Roberts How to remove seller's mortgage from DTI on a subject to deal
1 July 2024 | 22 replies
Now, it would keep you in compliance possibly and make the proof of payments made easier to prove etc, but who services your loan does not change who is obligated on the debt.
Jeffrey Anderson Gil Buying Prefabricated houses from China with Alibaba, a good deal?
3 July 2024 | 40 replies
Hello Harrison, I have been in touch with chinese manufacturers and even got a quote but I have not pulled the trigger yet.
Henry Clark Self Storage- Economic Outlook- Positioning
1 July 2024 | 12 replies
Means we get taxed more.One or all of the above trip my trigger.   
John Campbell LLC vs Umbrella Insurance vs Other Options
28 June 2024 | 10 replies
Converting your single-family home into a rental property involves several considerations to protect yourself and ensure smooth operations: Establish an LLC:Liability Protection: Holding the rental property in an LLC can protect your personal assets from potential lawsuits related to the property.Tax Benefits: An LLC can offer tax advantages, such as pass-through taxation, where rental income is taxed at your individual income tax rate.Insurance:Landlord Insurance: Ensures coverage for property damage, liability claims, and loss of rental income.Umbrella Policy: Provides additional liability coverage beyond your landlord insurance, offering extra protection.Deductions:Mortgage Interest and Property Taxes: Continue to deduct these expenses.Depreciation: Depreciate the cost of the property over 27.5 years, excluding the land value.Maintenance and Repairs: Deduct costs related to maintaining the property.Property Management Fees: Deduct fees paid to the property manager.Filing Taxes:Schedule E: Report rental income and expenses on Schedule E of your tax return.Separate Accounts: Maintain separate bank accounts for rental income and expenses to simplify bookkeeping.Lease Agreement:Solid Lease Terms: Ensure your lease agreement is thorough, covering rent amount, due date, late fees, maintenance responsibilities, and eviction terms.Legal Review: Have the lease agreement reviewed by a real estate attorney to ensure compliance with local laws.Tenant Screening:Background Checks: Perform credit, criminal, and eviction history checks on prospective tenants.References: Contact previous landlords and employers for references.Property Management:Regular Inspections: Schedule regular property inspections to ensure it's being maintained properly.Maintenance Fund: Set aside a reserve fund for unexpected repairs and maintenance.Moving Out of State:Communication: Maintain open communication with your property manager.
Account Closed Who here invests as an LP in ground up multifamily construction deals?
30 June 2024 | 18 replies
So, I stay out of any new MF deals for the foreseeable future.Of the deals I invested in 2021-22, at least one is heading for foreclosure and 3 more are getting close to the rate cap expiration that may trigger a foreclosure as well.
Dean Valadez Paying mortgage on a former personal residence turned rental under an LLC
26 June 2024 | 2 replies
Option 1:Pros:Simplicity: You avoid the potential complications of alerting the lender.Maintains Low-Interest Rate: Since your loan is at 3%, you continue benefiting from this favorable rate.Avoids Immediate Full Payment: You won’t be forced to come up with $45k immediately.Cons:Risk of Detection: If the lender identifies the payments coming from an LLC, they might call the loan due.Potential Consequences: If the lender enforces the due on sale clause, you might be forced to pay the remaining loan balance quickly.Option 2:Pros:Transparency: Being upfront might build trust with the lender.Possible Flexibility: Given your solid payment history, the lender might agree to the arrangement.Legal Compliance: You avoid any potential issues with violating the terms of your mortgage agreement.Cons:Risk of Loan Acceleration: The lender could still decide to call the loan due, forcing you to pay the remaining balance.Potential for Higher Payments: If forced to refinance, you might end up with a higher interest rate.Given the pros and cons of each option, but a cautious approach might be best:Consult a Real Estate Attorney: This can give you a clear understanding of your legal standing and potential risks.Evaluate the Importance of the 3% Rate: Weigh the benefits of keeping your low-interest rate against the risks of potentially having to pay off the loan early.Consider a Gradual Transition: This method allows you to continue benefiting from the low-interest rate while reducing the risk of triggering the due on sale clause.