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5 February 2025 | 11 replies
LTV Consideration – The 60%-70% LTV is usually based on the After-Repair Value (ARV), meaning your loan should be within that range relative to the projected value after renovations. 2.
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27 January 2025 | 4 replies
What is drawing you to it?
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27 January 2025 | 15 replies
We understand the unique considerations for U.S. citizens residing abroad, especially when it comes to investment properties and DSCR loans.
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24 January 2025 | 0 replies
However, for investors looking to diversify, vacation rentals can provide attractive, short-term income opportunities.Challenges and Considerations for American InvestorsWhile Germany offers many advantages for real estate investors, there are also certain challenges to be aware of:1.
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29 January 2025 | 18 replies
But people still flock to Disney, Universal is opening a new theme park in May and the area will always have new events and attractions to draw guests.
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10 January 2025 | 3 replies
Here’s some context: Property 1: >$100k in EquityValue: $325kDebt: $220k @ 2.88% (30-year fixed)Property 2: >$70k in EquityValue: $325kDebt: $252k @ 3.38% (30-year fixed)Extra considerations: - I have $15-20k liquid to use for any of these deals- My current job is relatively stable, but not high-payin- Current properties in TX, living in NY, looking to invest in Mid-West (crazy, I know)- No other debt obligations besides the two mortgagesUltimate goal/timeline: Though a bit ambitious, I’d love to build up the portfolio to 10-20 units in the next two yearsI understand that any/all replies aren't financial advice; all ideas welcome for information purposes.
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12 January 2025 | 8 replies
Cash flow should not be your only consideration.
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21 January 2025 | 40 replies
With Baselane I have the ability to do everything from initial vetting of the tenant to drawing up the lease to collecting rent (and issuing deposit refunds!)
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16 January 2025 | 2 replies
If you already took all of this into consideration in your math, well.
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29 January 2025 | 47 replies
@Collin Hays@Jon Martini agree that tax considerations shouldn't, by themselves, drive business strategy.