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3 January 2025 | 42 replies
I have not reviewed BAM's fees but it's likely based on their representation of UNDER 10% "skin in the game" that most of their "investment" is taken from fees deducted from the money gamblers place with them and counted as equity in the deal; this is a common practice in the syndication industry.
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26 December 2024 | 1 reply
Additionally, a lender deposit ranging from $20,000 to $100,000 is necessary, along with a rate lock-in fee that typically amounts to 2% of the loan amountIn the process of raising equity, it's crucial to be diligent while filling out necessary forms and securing required verifications.
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24 December 2024 | 1 reply
He locked in a deal that would later bring in a $40,000-$50,000 assignment fee.Here’s the kicker: as Dylan was leaving, another investor pulled up to meet the seller—just minutes too late.
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12 January 2025 | 20 replies
Sometimes you can find a large enough company that you can sub everything out to them and get paid on a commission or flat fee basis, or you can get the property platted and sell it that way.
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23 December 2024 | 7 replies
.- Your maintenance and repairs will be mostly limited to the interior of the property as the condo management will maintain the building- You won't have to worry about tenants maintaining the grounds around the buildingCons:- Condo fees may change drastically over time and it's largely not in your control- Condo bylaws can be tough to work around.
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30 December 2024 | 103 replies
Just recently, I completed a cash-out refi on a duplex I picked up in 2019, and pulled out $103k.
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24 December 2024 | 6 replies
Examples could include:Partnering with other investors to share risk.Using seller financing or lease options.Leveraging creative rehab techniques to save on costs.Negotiating with contractors in a unique way to reduce expenses.I’d love to hear any stories, tips, or approaches that helped you pull off a deal others might have instantly passed on.
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28 December 2024 | 12 replies
Your management fee is way too low, especially if you're doing everything for the owner.
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27 December 2024 | 2 replies
Worst case, those will probably cost you 15-20% in interest and fees.
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24 December 2024 | 3 replies
Keep in mind though it takes some long term relationships to pull off Horizontal and get bank rates.. your not going to just walk in and get a loan..