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Basit Siddiqi Investing in Spain: Good idea for non-residents(Americans)?
23 January 2025 | 31 replies
We understand that tax complexities can be challenging, but our experience shows that many of these barriers can be overcome with a strong local team.
Ofir R. 50K Cash, DSCR loan, where?
26 January 2025 | 3 replies
Make sure to account for property taxes, insurance, and any HOA fees, as those can vary significantly in different markets and impact your cash flow.
Tina Wells Valuing Basement Square Footage in Comps
26 January 2025 | 5 replies
I don't think that makes sense, because the space certainly adds value, in my experience.But this does tend to vary from location to location.
Tyler Sweet Cryptocurrency and Real Estate
16 January 2025 | 6 replies
The process of buying real estate with crypto through a private seller will vary from seller to seller.
Michael Challenger First Time Home Flipper Looking to Connect w Lenders
10 January 2025 | 12 replies
In addition, I've helped many other investors finance their deals as a mortgage broker.I'm happy to share my experience as both an investor and lender.
Carlyn Chism Hard Money Lenders - Low Credit Score Refi options
14 January 2025 | 4 replies
The process can vary greatly so it's important to understand it and ensure it works for you.
Desiree Rejeili Understanding Mortgage Recasting: What Homeowners Need to Know
22 January 2025 | 0 replies
The exact amount varies by lender but is usually around $5,000 or more.Recalculation: After you make the lump sum payment, your lender will recalculate your monthly payments based on the reduced principal balance.
Josh Otero What’s the hardest part of being a property owner?
18 January 2025 | 18 replies
So it varies
Ken M. Creative Financing and Some Things To Know
13 January 2025 | 1 reply
My humble advice to anyone attempting to do creative finance is:Creative finance is for experienced investors who have access to capital if anything goes wrong.Learn the lawsDon't use a contract "off the internet", laws vary by state and are also regulated on a federal levelLearn the financing techniques correctlyDon’t skip parts of the processDon’t ever do a “kitchen table” closingUse the proper deedAn attorney can help you with the legal work, but the rest you are on your ownYour guru will not bail you out“Investing” in someone else’s deal by providing a small 2nd loan so the “investor” can pay for “cash to the seller” and for “closing costs” so he can do the deal is a very bad planKnow what problems can ariseLearn the responses and solutions to problems before they are neededKnow everything there is to know about Title and what that meansKnow who a "protected class" individual isLearn the "back doors"Learn human natureUnderstand timelinesUnderstand regulation enforcement (some of these "mistakes" have a 10 year statue of limitations ( they can charge you 10 years AFTER you do the transaction) and carry hefty fines and possible imprisonmentThe court doesn't accept "I didn't know" for an answer"Know that the source of the lead plays a serious role in some states and federallyKnow how much of a "profit" pushes the boundaries to invite an investigationYou can be sued by the seller if you don’t do things correctlyYou are automatically at fault if an investigator or attorney or regulator gets involved.
Craig Oram JWB experience - My thoughts, let me know yours
30 December 2024 | 24 replies
Hi @Dawn Bertrand, I'm sorry that you feel this way about your experience as a resident of JWB.