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Jill F. 1031 Exchange to property owned by 2 LLC's with different but overlapping membership
17 October 2024 | 5 replies
This seems viable with a TIC approach.
Brandon Clark In Escrow on first deal... best practices for what's next?
15 October 2024 | 9 replies
Are we approach close over the next month, and in the time after, what are some best practices for us to consider?
Nadia Muga Tenant Criteria For Leasing a House
18 October 2024 | 7 replies
All an agent should do for you is list the property to generate showings => to generate applications, that YOU then screen.Now, they may actually be asking you want screening criteria you want them to advertise, which is fine.Can't answer your question though, without knowing if this is a Class A, B, C or D property - as they will all have different criteria.Here's a sample of some of what we use in our Metro Detroit market:Class A Properties:Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, but 15-20% should be used to also cover tenant nonpayment, eviction costs & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores of 560-620 (approaching 22% probability of default), many blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 2 years.
Mohit Khanna Australian investor looking at entering US residential market
16 October 2024 | 25 replies
This approach has worked well for us so far.
Jennifer Taylor Legal Structure Questions
16 October 2024 | 6 replies
Hi everyone, I'm looking for any legal references that can help me answer the following questions and provide guidance as to whether this approach is sound or needs adjustments: -What is the entity structure for managing assets and activities of a short/mid-term rental business? 
Sam Peterson Off market deal marketing
15 October 2024 | 3 replies
There are pros and cons to this approach but it's one thing that makes REI fun.
Annie Chien What would be the best revitalization strategy for a Fourplex
15 October 2024 | 14 replies
Then as units become vacant, then do other renovations.Hi Rick - I love this approach and way of thinking.
David Hertz Creative financing strategy
18 October 2024 | 8 replies
DSCR loans don't require personal income verification or a debt-to-income ratio, making them ideal for properties with strong cash flow, even if the current owner has credit issues.Here's how it could work:You could use a DSCR loan to refinance the hard money loan, securing more favorable terms without having to involve the seller's credit.Since the rental income easily covers the property’s debt service, you’ll be in a good position for lender approval, bypassing the conventional mortgage route.This approach could allow the owner to stay in the house, while you take over financing with a less restrictive structure.
Josh Edelman Las Vegas Market + News for September
16 October 2024 | 2 replies
Hurricane Milton Approaching: Hurricane Milton is intensifying and we are all keeping an eye on the news.
Matt Inouye Seller Finance - Early Repayment Request From Note Holder
15 October 2024 | 6 replies
Hello BP Community,I have been approached by the holder of a seller-financed note (for a property I purchased from them) asking if I would be able to repay my note earlier than agreed.