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Francisco Milan Listings what is your number one way to get listings now a days? ads ? Postcards?
24 December 2024 | 7 replies
They will tailor a program for you, based on their success with similar businesses.  
Timothy Franklin STR sub-to/ portfolio
1 January 2025 | 26 replies
Just because a technique for acquiring or earning money is popularized by gurus and practiced unethically by the gurus students does not mean that the technique itself is a scam, unethical, immoral, or that the participants aren’t honest.   
Kevin Eun Looking to Invest in Orange County as a start - House Hacking - Is it worth it?
3 January 2025 | 12 replies
You'll have a property manager do the management (so you being close to it is not needed).Yes there are risks for some people to go out of state but if you learn the techniques like I have, you'll see it's actually easier and far less risky.
David Martoyan How Creative Deals Can Save the Day in Any Market
24 December 2024 | 2 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.
Rich Emery DSCR without penalty for selling early?
19 December 2024 | 15 replies
However, there are lenders who offer more flexible terms or even no prepayment penalties, depending on the deal structure and your investment strategy.To find such lenders, here are some options to consider:No Prepayment Penalty Loans: Some lenders, often private or portfolio-based, offer DSCR loans without prepayment penalties, though the trade-off might be a slightly higher interest rate or fees.Yield Maintenance or Defeasance Alternatives: Ask about other prepayment structures like yield maintenance, which can sometimes be less restrictive depending on market conditions.Custom Terms: There are lenders (like us at Phoenix Funded) who can structure loans tailored to your needs.
David Martoyan Saving the day with creative deals in any market
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.
Harry Maxtens Licensing Experts - Anyone have any feedback?
26 December 2024 | 6 replies
Because the owners of Licensing Experts pay ALL CASH, the closing usually occurs 3-6 weeks, which is very fast compared to traditionally financed commercial deals I've seen on Bigger Pockets.The whole thing hinges on their very clever technique of getting existing commercial retail tenants engaged, willing to move into their newly acquired properties who are coming up for a lease renewal or lease expiration, rather than marketing for new commercial tenants - which would take way too long.Licensing Experts is somewhat of a "front" for their Mentorship Platform, as they evidently have many of their own separate entities for which they use to actually purchase and close on their commercial properties assigned by their mentees. 
Akshay Monga H1B Couple Exploring Real Estate Investing: Seeking Strategy Advice and Networking
26 December 2024 | 7 replies
• Resources for Learning: We’re working on improving our deal analysis skills and would love recommendations for tools, books, courses, or calculators tailored for beginners.• Networking and Connections: Are there local Bay Area meetups or forums for new investors?
Matt Wan Buying an investment property in the winter
24 December 2024 | 17 replies
If it is the right investment, focus on how you can negotiate the best terms or tailor your offer to the situation.
Tyler Garza Shoot Down My Beginner Strategy
8 February 2025 | 55 replies
A wrap mortgage is an advanced technique that a title company that works really well with investors can help you create.