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J.P. Coghill Appfolio On Boarding
15 January 2025 | 8 replies
Coghill they are trying to take care of several things:1) Approval to access credit reportsA video tour of my home office (required by the credit repository to show security, so access to office & computers is limited to avoid data theft)Credit checks on me and my partner (required by the credit repository to make sure you are not criminals looking to steal others' data)Copies of the deeds for every property we own (required by the credit repository to confirm you aren't just self-serving)A copy of my partner’s home lease and utility bills (required by the credit repository to prove his legal address, so they can pursue him criminally if he steals data)Business phone bills (required by the credit repository to prove an actual business)2) Approval to use banking ACH system to accept tenant payments and pay ownersBusiness phone bills (required by banking industry to prove business legitimacy)A signed letter from the bank verifying our accounts (to prove legitimate business banking accounts.
Brian Jackson Most positive cash flow cities, tax friendly states, Landlord friendly states?
7 February 2025 | 41 replies
Like the previous poster mentioned, you would be buying into a payment.
Shayan Sameer Seeking Advice on Real Estate Investing Strategies
12 January 2025 | 6 replies
Cash out should be used as a 12-24 month loan so that you can buy another property and pull cash out at the next 12th or 24th month mark.At that point you take a portion to pay off or down the first loan and use the rest as a down payment on the next REI.
Geoff Engel Starting late, but ready to go
24 January 2025 | 18 replies
Set clear goals, save for a down payment, and practice analyzing deals to build your confidence.
Chloe S. I don't know where to start or how to put my foot in the door...
13 January 2025 | 31 replies
Find a down payment assistance program and see what that looks like. 
Karen Smith The Rise of Private Lending: What's Your Experience?
13 January 2025 | 12 replies
Repayment options can be more flexible like in my case I do everything on accrual this really helps flippers when they dont have to make monthly payments.
Sino U. Can you recommend a good lender for house hacking please?
15 January 2025 | 6 replies
As others have suggested, you could get a conventional or FHA loan if you want lower down payment options.
Eric Greenberg Vermont vs Smoky Mountains
6 January 2025 | 6 replies
There's lots of properties for sale in the Smoky mountains so you may also have a larger selection of options to purchase as well.
Kyle Brown Off Market Self Storage Facilities
14 January 2025 | 1 reply
I have a duplex I have been renting for almost 10 years and want to use the equity in that property to use as a down payment on a storage facility.
Tayvion Payton Would You Pay an 18% Premium for Seller Financing at 2%?
13 January 2025 | 2 replies
., Purchase Price: $475,000 ($197.9/sq. ft.).Estimated Market Value: $402,000 ($168/sq. ft.).Financing Terms: 2% interest rate, with a 9-year balloon.Unit B Income: $2,049/month (Section 8 tenant through November 2025).Unit A Income Potential: Similar rent or higher; Section 8 cap for the area is $3,234/month.Monthly Loan Payment (P+I): $1,386.Cash Flow Breakdown (if both units are rented at $2,049/month):Gross Rent: $4,098/month.Vacancy (10%): $410/month.Operating Expenses (37.3%): $1,376/month.Net Cash Flow: $943/month.Key QuestionsWould you be comfortable paying an 18% premium for financing at 2%, especially in a market where current mortgage rates are closer to 7%?