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Nate McCarthy How to approach landlord about buying their rental?
13 January 2025 | 12 replies
This could be an opportunity to add value by offering to help with clearing or relocating those items as part of any potential agreement.Why This Could Be a Good Move for YouYou see long-term potential in the property, especially with the large lot and development possibilities (even if those are years down the line).As the current tenants, you have the advantage of a direct relationship with the landlord and familiarity with the property, reducing competition and risk.This could be a chance to lock in a property that you might otherwise lose if it hit the open market, especially in today’s competitive environment.Challenges to ConsiderIf the landlord is emotionally tied to the property or reliant on rental income, they may be reluctant to sell.Financing could be tricky, especially with today’s interest rates and the gap between the current rent and what a conventional loan might cost.The development potential you’re interested in is likely a long-term play, which means the property could be financially tight in the short term, especially if you’re only breaking even or slightly negative on cash flow.Structuring a Potential DealTo make this feasible, you’ll likely need to explore creative financing options that align with both your financial capacity and the landlord’s goals.Seller Financing: Propose a deal where the landlord acts as the lender, allowing you to make monthly payments directly to them.
Zach Howard Are we allowed to post zillow links here for feedback/analysis on potential deals?
10 January 2025 | 12 replies
I don't deny that it's tough if you don't have family or contacts of your own, but with enough time and patience, I think it should be possible to develop contacts. 
Randall Gonzalez 10K Club Jerry Norton - Who's in?
13 January 2025 | 18 replies
It has a 90-day guarantee... seems worth a try with that in place. 
Bill Goodland Favorite Tools for Building Distressed Owners Lists
15 January 2025 | 13 replies
We have no interest in contact data gathering, as that space has been well developed
Jonathan Greene What Do You Think Of All Of The Reverse Trolling in the Forums?
6 January 2025 | 77 replies
Software developer - "What things do you look for in a CRM?"
Desiree Rejeili What To Save for When Buying a Home
9 January 2025 | 0 replies
In effect, earnest money is just paying more of the down payment and closing costs upfront.”Keep in mind, this isn’t required, and it doesn’t guarantee your offer will be accepted.
Stephen Karathomas Mobile Home Investing
5 January 2025 | 4 replies
The park owner will want a bullet proof guarantee that the home will look great when completed and you will be on the hook for the space rent as negotiated until it sells. 
David Switzer Question about ADA (no one seems to be doing it?)
14 January 2025 | 5 replies
I recently bought a commercial condo (retail) and have been going through hoops with the seller (developer) to make changes to make the space ADA compliant. 
Bruce M. Large RV or Boat - Tax incentives, Tax strategies
13 January 2025 | 7 replies
Looking for various tax strategies to reduce the reality that a large RV or boat is a grossly depreciating assetI would not have a loan, so claiming it as a primary or secondary residence and claiming the mortgage deduction is not applicable.I sold my primary residence and I have several rental properties which I use as I'm fixing them up.What I'm pondering is living aboard and working aboard developing a new product, while traveling.  
Chris Mitic Country Glamping on the TN River
28 December 2024 | 0 replies
Purchase price: $2,900,000 Country Glamping and Development LLC acquired 776 acres for a project called Country Glamping on the River, LLC.This is Rawland/Off-Grid/Glamping/STR and Owner Financing for Lot Owners that want an Oasis Get-A-Way and Glamping ROI development on the TN River.you can see the Project: www.CountryGlampingontheRiver.com What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?