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Karen Smith The Rise of Private Lending: What's Your Experience?
13 January 2025 | 12 replies
The ability to get funding in just a few days can make a world of difference, allowing investors to act quickly and lock in the best opportunities.I’m curious, in your experience, what strategies have you found most effective for building strong relationships with reliable direct lenders?
Henry Lazerow Two warnings for the Chicago market! Section 8 lawsuits and fake tenants ID's
22 January 2025 | 12 replies
https://logicalpm.com/new-michigan-section-8-laws-what-can-l...As the article points out, these sorts of laws often result in the opposite of the intended effect
Andrew Self Mortgage Lenders for LLC
18 January 2025 | 11 replies
If it's on your credit, you are on the hook for it.However, it shouldn't effect the loan process too much, a simple Letter Of Explanation should be able to get the job done with the correct investor. 
Joe S. BOI injunction reinstated again today??
8 January 2025 | 9 replies
Point is the above comments there are many other more effective ways to meet the FINCEN stated objectives for tax evasion, money laundering and terrorism.   
Chris Seveney What is the Best Way to Grow as a Private Lender
13 January 2025 | 15 replies
Quote from @Chris Seveney: For those experienced in private lending: This question was posed to me in my membership group from an investor:What strategies have been most effective for scaling your loan volume to $5M+ per month?
Mario Morales "Multi-family" agents-how to pick one's
17 January 2025 | 6 replies
To newer investors, they may rely on their agents to act as the Chief Investment Officer, effectively thinking the agent will bring them only perfect deals that meet their investment objectives.  
Tiffani Hollis Appliances - New or Used?
17 January 2025 | 6 replies
This was a cost-effective way to meet our requirement of providing just a stove and refrigerator (we don’t include washers or dryers), without breaking the bank further.But here’s the twist: If we were upgrading appliances for a long-term tenant with a stellar payment history, we might invest in brand-new appliances.
Christian Gillison New wholesaler in the Pittsburgh community excited to learn and connect !
5 January 2025 | 3 replies
One thing though is that there are requirements coming into effect soon where wholesalers will need to get their license in PA for any properties that they wholesale, so you might want to look into that before it becomes official!  
Greg P. Small Multi Family Coaches/mentors? 2-4 units.
24 January 2025 | 22 replies
In online forums, the danger I've experienced is the "national" effect
Pamela Rivas Can foreigners buy Real Estate in Mexico? Legal process explained!
23 January 2025 | 5 replies
That’s correct, a foreigner can buy property through a Mexican corporation, which is a great option for those investing in multiple properties or running a rental business.Key Points I'd like to add to your post:Setup Costs: $1,500–$3,000 USD.Ongoing Costs: $1,000–$2,000 USD/year for accounting and tax filings.Benefits: Allows tax deductions for expenses like maintenance, repairs, and management.Best for: Multiple properties or income-generating investments.For a single property for personal use, a fideicomiso is often simpler and more cost-effective due to its lower maintenance requirements and feesUltimately, choosing between a corporation and a fideicomiso comes down to your investment strategy.