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Graham Lemly Financing Strategies for house I want - Hard Money, Rehab or Conventional?
4 January 2025 | 1 reply
Here is some key information:Property recently hit the market and has 2 cash offers alreadyThe seller provided a pre-inspection report, which I shared with 2 different lenders, both think it may fail conventional financing due to potential structural and electrical issues (realtor thinks it could pass conventional)Seller has 100% equity but is behind on other payments (not sure of the urgency money is needed)This is my first attempt at an “investment” property so I’m new to thisI see 3 optionsMove forward with an offer using conventional loan pre-qualification-Not as attractive of an offer to the seller-Possibility that appraiser calls out structural/electrical issues that need to be fixed before closing, effectively causing financing to fail- Best terms and fewest loan fees for meUse a rehab style loan such as ChoiceRenovation-Even less attractive than a conventional offer to seller, but less risk of failed financing if appraiser calls out issues-Slightly worse fees and interest rates compared to conventional-Lenders tell me possibly up to 60-90 days closing in some cases, with red-tape for contractor requirements and draw schedules (sounds like the most hoops to jump through during rehab)Use a hard money lender-Most attractive loan option I can give to seller so I can compete-Much higher fees and interest rate for me-need to refinance into a conventional at the end of rehab (not familiar with seasoning periods but I think this is a factor as well)Which option would you do?
Alex Silang Are you buying this year? Why?
3 January 2025 | 2 replies
@Alex Silangyes, i will buy - but only to BRRRR, or on seller financeand only if the numbers workmade 2 offers toward the end of last year on potential BRRRRs and got outbid. 
Eric Greenberg Vermont vs Smoky Mountains
3 January 2025 | 0 replies
I understand Vermont has slightly more stringent regulations to contend with but it would also be closer for us geographically and thus potentially easier to manage. 
Stephen Karathomas Mobile Home Investing
5 January 2025 | 4 replies
Talk to residents, potential buyers and renters to see what their thoughts are regarding home values in the areas. 
Ashley Snider Hello! Starting on square one!
6 January 2025 | 11 replies
I'm really excited about the potential of investing in residential multifamily properties with my dad, who's willing to contribute the initial funds.We're currently working on getting our financial house in order, paying off debt, and building a solid nest egg.
Chrissy Smyth Rental in depresses area and minimum requirements
8 January 2025 | 3 replies
I understand the one time event thing but I foresee potential issues with each applicant because of what's happened to them in the past year. 
Benjamin Carver Building an ADU in Raleigh NC: Here's What You Need to Know
6 January 2025 | 8 replies
To list a few...Anyone who wants to increase their property’s income potential (and equity) and build new housing in a market that struggles with high prices, low supply, and few new construction.House hackers who live in their primary and want to airbnb an ADU love this strategy or vice versaInvestors who want to do both long term and short term benefit from having two separate units.Rental Restrictions on ADUs.Thankfully, Raleigh is very STR friendly and ADU friendly right now.
Raquel Wilson New to Real Estate – Focused on BRRRR & Rentals for International Investors
4 January 2025 | 5 replies
Having lived in IN for 8 years before moving to Austin TX, I believe this city offers great opportunity now and much potential.
Dustin Horner Hiring FT or PT
6 January 2025 | 5 replies
Hello everyone,This is a few years off for me, but I was wondering when someone would decide that hiring a FT employee to manage a property (and potentially FT maintenance) would make sense?
Carlos Amaya REI Education & Networking event – Charlotte NC - The Cash-Flow Breakfast Club
4 January 2025 | 0 replies
The unique format of this event, which consists of high-level education, gamified networking, mastermind breakout sessions, case studies, group deal analysis, market deep dives, and peer-to-peer coaching facilitation makes this the most impactful local real estate investor group a real estate investor can be a part of.The foundation of the group is built around the belief that everyone in the room has the potential to change the world… however most of us never have the time, energy or financial situation to even dare to dream big enough.