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Cory Lucas Am I being sold snake oil?
6 July 2024 | 29 replies
An alternative is to get more involved in your local REIA and take a heavy-hitter out to a very good lunch.
Nick Johnson Apartment Insurance - Recommendations
4 July 2024 | 2 replies
Hello Nick, State Farm dropping your apartment insurance policy for the two 5-unit apartment buildings you manage in California is challenging, but there are several alternatives to consider.
Jonathan Greene The New Forum Trend of Fragility and Trolling
5 July 2024 | 14 replies
@Jonathan GreeneI agree - I like to offer an alternative option which can be negative and I get plenty of private messages of me being mean, out for people etc.As an example, I am Sorry, but my opinion is if you get 100% financing I think it is ultra high risk especially for someone new to real estate.
Gerry Cohen DO NOT INVEST with SCOTT CARSON (We Close Notes) or Inverse Asset
10 July 2024 | 256 replies
Unfortunately, we have found there are many people out there in alternative assets shooting by the hip and practicing unethical business. 
Shahrouz S. Refinance on a Residential Assisted Living
2 July 2024 | 3 replies
If yes, what are alternative methods to tap into its real estate equity after signing a multi-year lease with an operator? 
Jacob Wilson Looking for others in 20s - 30s wanting financial freedom via Real Estate
4 July 2024 | 11 replies
If you’re unhappy with your employer look for alternatives so that you can still get funding for investments.
Dulce Davis Opinions on Blanket Mortgages
3 July 2024 | 7 replies
.- **Alternative Strategies**: Continuing with delayed lending (refinancing after repairs and tenant placement) has its merits, allowing you to build equity and stabilize cash flow property by property.Please feel free to DM me.
Corey Byrum Finance and Renovate Investment Property
3 July 2024 | 3 replies
Alternatively, look into renovation-specific loans like the Fannie Mae HomeStyle Renovation or FHA 203K loans as standalone products for rehab costs.FHA 203K LoanPros:Low Down Payment & Bundled Costs: This loan simplifies the process by combining the purchase and rehab costs into one mortgage.Cons:Interest Rate & Refinance Requirement: Higher interest rates and the need for refinancing could reduce your overall return on investment.Fannie Mae HomeStyle Renovation LoanPros:Bundled Costs: Like the FHA 203K, this loan combines purchase and renovation costs, simplifying the process.Cons:Interest Rate & Refinance Requirement: Similar to the FHA 203K loan, the need for refinancing to extract equity and convert to an investment property might add to your costs.I am a loan officer so I have some expertise in this area.
AJ Wong Oregon 1031 Exchange Listings for Sale: Out of State Investor guide to higher yields
2 July 2024 | 0 replies
We've noticed a very strong increase in out of state investor interest in Oregon motivated by Oregon 1031X Exchange transactions and wanted to share some insight into alternative income producing asset classes that are common, attainable and available in Oregon. 
Chris Fitzpatrick Portfolio Strategy for Next Stage of Cylce
2 July 2024 | 1 reply
Exploring alternative revenue streams, such as short-term rentals or mixed-use developments, can increase cash flow and diversify income sources.