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Danielle Weaver How to protect yourself as an owner who pays utilities
17 January 2025 | 5 replies
Best option would be to separately meter the property 2.
Kris L. Selecting the right agent
26 January 2025 | 12 replies
Keep in mind that many responsible agents tend to be conservative with their valuations, especially in today’s market, where properties aren’t moving as quickly as they once did.If we’re in a conservative market, pricing on the lower end may make sense, but it’s always good to weigh your options carefully.
Matt Miller What Systems Are Brokers Using to Run Their Business? (CRM, LOS, Marketing, etc.)
20 January 2025 | 7 replies
Unless you have heavy overhead and 1000+ LOs this is the most cost effective option 5.
Sino U. Can you recommend a good lender for house hacking please?
15 January 2025 | 6 replies
As others have suggested, you could get a conventional or FHA loan if you want lower down payment options.
Jason Edwards First Flip Insights: 1272 Lakins Rd, Etna
20 January 2025 | 1 reply
The spacious primary suite features a private full bath with double vanity, while the flexible layout provides options for bedrooms, an office, or hobby spaces.
Fabio Cattolico Want to start my investing career but not sure what first step is best
21 January 2025 | 8 replies
If you move, renting in NYC and buying an out-of-state property could work, but make sure you have a solid plan for managing it.If you stay, buying in an affordable market and living there for a while could be a good option.
Paul Novak Small & Mighty Real Estate Investing
21 January 2025 | 14 replies
All mortgages contain a “due on sale clause” which states that the lender may, at its option accelerate (call note due) if a transfer of the property securing the note takes place.  
Muhammad Kashif Best way to optimize taxes for new construction of investment property (for flip)
20 January 2025 | 3 replies
And while a 1031 exchange isn’t an option, some people explore alternatives like installment sales to spread out taxes or even tweaking the investment structure so your returns are treated as interest instead of equity.There are definitely some creative strategies out there. 
Tayvion Payton Would You Pay an 18% Premium for Seller Financing at 2%?
19 January 2025 | 8 replies
This is not a great return, but not terrible.As others noted, there are other risks, like having the property insured at full replacement or purchase price, or if the option is 100% seller financing with no money down or very little, versus 20% traditional down payment, this can start to move it into a better investment.
Paige Seeley Funding for a portion of a down payment
15 January 2025 | 6 replies
Quote from @Paige Seeley: @Jay Hurst even with 20% down, what non conventional options are you talking about?