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8 January 2025 | 5 replies
I'm looking to purchase a single family home as an investment property (buy and hold strategy).
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15 January 2025 | 6 replies
And finding a home that needs a good renovation and mixing it with these other strategies really helps.As far as areas go, easier to cashflow on the outer suburbs of Raleigh and on the Durham side of the triangle.
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11 January 2025 | 67 replies
Investing in out-of-state properties can be a great strategy if approached thoughtfully.
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7 January 2025 | 0 replies
Did you have taxable income that could’ve been reduced utilizing tax strategies?
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4 January 2025 | 1 reply
Our insurance has been canceled on this home and we are working on getting insurance to cover when this current one ends.
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26 January 2025 | 15 replies
Here are a few strategies to consider for funding a down payment:Partnering: Like Gregory mentioned, finding a partner who can contribute to the down payment in exchange for equity or a profit share is a solid option.HELOC or Cash-Out Refi: If you have equity in your home or another property, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or cash-out refinance can provide the funds you need.Private Money: Reach out to friends, family, or private investors who may be interested in lending you the down payment with a promissory note.Seller Second: In some cases, the seller might agree to finance a portion of the down payment as a second mortgage.Live Frugally and Save: It takes time, but reducing expenses and setting aside funds from your income is a tried-and-true method.The right approach depends on your situation and deal structure, but a mix of creativity and resourcefulness can go a long way.
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25 January 2025 | 155 replies
SubTo is a different strategy.
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21 January 2025 | 19 replies
Quote from @Jay Hinrichs:Jay, it does look like one of the strategies of this 711Rescue is to restructure the loan for their clients, but at 2x DSCR!
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5 January 2025 | 4 replies
We still use the BRRRR strategy in Jacksonville, FL.
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20 January 2025 | 37 replies
I think it's a good strategy to shoot for value add.