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Jason Sung Water leak at a bathroom and insurance claim (Safeco)
15 January 2025 | 6 replies
Unfortunately, getting the insurer to extend coverage beyond the bathroom may be an uphill battle.
Kenzer Hodgson LLC or Umbrella policy
8 January 2025 | 14 replies
Second, in terms of asset protection, LLCs are not invincible, but I think what many don’t understand is that they are not designed to completely shield your assets from liabilities, on the contrary they are designed to contain and isolate liabilities.
Bart Tilly Experience With Construction Agreements?
7 January 2025 | 3 replies
I would look at their policies and make sure both the coverage and deductibles meet your needs. 
Jerry Callow Short Term Rentals in SF
2 January 2025 | 5 replies
Airbnb is considered STR (short-term rental).
Ryan G. Investment Property opportunity assistance
6 January 2025 | 5 replies
@Jaycee Greene I think if I did a long term rental it would rent between $2k and $2.3K.
Salil Surendran Converting from homeowner to landlord insurance policy
30 December 2024 | 11 replies
Homeowner insurance provides coverage for owner-occupied property.
Kar Sun Tenant insurance underwritten with landlords name
4 January 2025 | 5 replies
Absolutely.If a landlord is listed as additional insured (rather than additional interest) they cannot make a claim against one another's liability policy for damages - it could completely jeopardize the coverage they think they're making it easier to get. 
Eric Robertson Investor friendly insurance company
11 January 2025 | 4 replies
I can go out to my "surplus" carriers and get coverage
Andy Wang Should I sell my note? 1.2M @ 8.5% for 4.5 yrs
27 January 2025 | 7 replies
Here are some general guidelines: Lien Position1st Position LienEquityMinimum Down Payment of 20-25% (a 30% equity to sale price is preferred)Down Payment made in certified funds and not borrowedMaximum Funding of 70% ITV (Investment to Value)SeasoningMinimum of two monthly payments already made12 months or more preferredPayer CreditCredit Score of 650 or higherNo major derogatory trade lines (No 90-180+ days delinquent, foreclosure, repossession, bankruptcy, etc.)No decline in credit since purchase of businessTermsPrefer 60 months or lessMaximum of 72 monthsNo Balloon Payment preferredCash FlowBusiness has positive cash flow1.25 debt service coverage ratio preferred.DocumentationPersonal guarantee from a creditworthy individualStandard documents including Note, Security Agreement, and UCC-1 filing.Tax Returns on the business that substantiate profit and loss statements.OtherPayment history current and verifiablePayer Interview indicating buyer is satisfied with business and comfortable making paymentsMotivation for selling the note is not a result of a deteriorating businessConsideration of high risk businesses or geographic areasIn these situations, sometimes a partial is a better option. 
George Daly Weather Impact on Deal Analysis
5 January 2025 | 5 replies
I am a bit concerned about water long term in AZ and NV.