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Joseph Pelensky $100K+ in Equity, no down payment, how do i buy this deal?
13 December 2024 | 10 replies
If none of those scenarios apply and the building is in fact grossing ~$10,750/m reach out because the building is not in a $115K door neighborhood in which case I would be interested and can find a way to involve you and make sure you're compensated :)
James Kerson Tell Me Why My Discount Brokerage Idea Is Bad: Calling All Agents
10 December 2024 | 100 replies
You will get lousy people who are willing to work for that kind of compensation
Yents Ybrimovic 203K loan new investor question
17 December 2024 | 16 replies
Structuring the Deal with a PartnerWhile your partner cannot directly participate in the loan, there are ways to structure your arrangement to reflect your 50/50 partnership:Option 1: Post-Purchase Equity SaleYou obtain the 203(k) loan in your name as the owner-occupant.After closing, you sell your partner 50% equity in the property via a quitclaim deed or similar legal instrument.Your partnership agreement would outline each person’s roles, responsibilities, and share of profits.Note: Be mindful of FHA’s rules around title changes and ensure this doesn’t violate loan terms.Option 2: Partnership Contribution AgreementYou both contribute to the down payment and renovation costs as outlined in a partnership agreement.Your partner’s contribution could be recognized as a share of the equity in exchange for funding, services, or property management.The partnership agreement would detail how profits, responsibilities, and equity are split.Option 3: Joint Venture AgreementStructure the deal as a joint venture, where you own the property personally (required for the FHA loan), but profits and roles are split per a formal agreement.Your partner could receive equity-like compensation through profit-sharing without being on the title.3.
Rajagopalarao Paidi How to avoid or minimize Agent costs
10 December 2024 | 17 replies
Flat fee buyer agency is new but growing quickly since the August 2024 agent compensation rule changes/lawsuit settlement.
Devin James Why Land Entitlement is one of the Riskiest Forms of Investing - But Also Highest ROI
9 December 2024 | 9 replies
If they don't approve the project, all the time and money spent chasing it yields no return.3) Market Risk: The market can change during the entitlement process, which can also work in your favor like it did for many Developers in 2021.That's why knowing your municipality, understanding their processes, and making wise decisions in selecting which projects to pursue are crucial.Success in development requires choosing the right projects that 1) meet your criteria and 2) have a promising path to approval.The good thing is that this risk is compensated by having a higher return.
Scott Trench New Policy Idea: BiggerPockets to Send Wholesalers a $125 Bill For Every Solicitation
8 December 2024 | 14 replies
I dont get wholesalers approaching me really on BP  I get the lenders like Chris is talking about and most of those are fake lenders trolling BP for victims.
Mark S. American Homeowner Preservation (AHP) Fund
19 January 2025 | 354 replies
The Managing Member shall be responsible for the compensation of the Investment Adviser.
Nate Jenks Fixed vs "first responder" Adjustable rate mortgage.
11 December 2024 | 10 replies
Financing provided through this program is only available for properties located in Michigan or Florida.Available Product Type: SOFR 7/6 ARM, SOFR 10/6 ARMLoan Amount: $766,550 MaximumLTV: Purchase and No Cash Out Refinance - Maximum 99%Prepayment Penalty: NoneLoan Assumption: NoneEligible Properties: 1-unit dwellings, attached and detached condominiums, PUDsEscrow: An escrow account must be established for property taxes, and flood insurance, if requiredUnderwritingNo Private Mortgage InsuranceOccupancy – Primary residencesMinimum Credit Score - 700DTI – Max 43% (UW/Mgmt exceptions up to 50% with minimum 3 documented compensating factors)Student Loans – If in deferment, no qualifying payment requiredDown payment of 1% must be borrower’s own funds, while closing costs and prepaids may be gift fundsAttached condominiums require a 10% down paymentEligible Borrowers – Protect and serve heroes are defined as employees of public or private education institutions, employees of medical and healthcare organizations, all first responders, and active or former military personnel.Servicing: Retained
James Green 44 units in Cleveland Ohio Sale
6 December 2024 | 8 replies
The agent's compensation is negotiable and 6% may be more common if that includes the buyer's and seller's agent, but if the 6% only covers the selling agent, then that's a greed reach especially considering it's a 2m+ sale price.
Mike Miller Any Cloud Brokerages that Do Not Require You to Join a MLS?
14 December 2024 | 36 replies
It was $100 a year and I was not required to join the MLS.To earn a commission you have to be a member of the MLS unless the agent agrees in writing to pay you a compensation before the showing.