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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.
Kevin Hunter Property Management near Watertown, NY
12 February 2025 | 7 replies
If it's a larger organization, feel free to inquire about their different staff qualifications.2.
Marc Zak LLC Insurance and Taxation
31 January 2025 | 7 replies
@Marc Zak Using an LLC for each property provides strong liability protection by isolating risks to individual assets, with income and expenses flowing through to your personal taxes on Schedule E.
Keyshawn Johnson Moving to Destin, FL Soon – Looking to House Hack My First Property with VA Loan
26 February 2025 | 7 replies
Also feel free to reach out to me with any questions.
Samantha Benz Should I go to BPCON?
3 February 2025 | 11 replies
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Zach Howard Large risk appetite.
10 January 2025 | 17 replies
Feel free to DM and we'll connet.Thanks!
Chris Cox Long time learner - jumping in!
14 February 2025 | 8 replies
If you have questions or want to discuss financing options down the line, feel free to reach out.
Charlie Krzysiak College Graduate Starting Career With 10k in the Bank. Rent or Buy Property?
11 February 2025 | 15 replies
I made a few deals in North Dallas.Special assessments and HOA fees are a risk and renting out a condo most likely won't generate much of a cash flow.At $300k with you credit and saving you can still qualified for a loan for sure we have to find the program that works for you.On that budget you could find a nice place no that far from work so you don't have to move far to the suburbs. 
Fumi Maher Seeking advice for aouse hacking strategy in Austin
29 January 2025 | 9 replies
Duplexes cash flow better, have less risk, AND EASIER TO MANAGE compared to a SFH.  
Emily Shin New in real estate
29 January 2025 | 22 replies
Second pro is that you get to lower your living expenses or live "rent free" by having your tenants pay for your mortgage payment.