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8 October 2024 | 8 replies
With private lending secured, I bought the property, excited to add another rental to my portfolio.What I didn’t expect was just how much of a nightmare this property would turn into.After closing, we began the renovation.
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8 October 2024 | 7 replies
Based on an estimated appraisal of $1.1 - $1.2 million, you could secure a loan of up to $900K (75% LTV).
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10 October 2024 | 24 replies
Did you get their security deposits and prorated rents?
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7 October 2024 | 5 replies
Consider all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.
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5 October 2024 | 5 replies
What strategies have you found effective for securing long-term rental loans?
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4 October 2024 | 12 replies
However, these are advanced techniques that are rarely as easy as they sound, and they all come with additional risks.
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8 October 2024 | 10 replies
The vast majority of lawsuits against Landlords are for wrongful eviction, security deposit disputes, and Fair Housing Violations.
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5 October 2024 | 3 replies
Can I secure the same loan for both scenarios—buying a new house from a contractor or refinancing in the BRRRR method?
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7 October 2024 | 3 replies
While interest rates are higher, they could work as a short-term solution to help you secure the property, and you can always refinance later once you have a steady income.3.
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30 September 2024 | 6 replies
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 2801, a law requiring landlords to provide photo documentation when making security deposit deductions.