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Brian Rocha Any experience with HMLs for the purchase only?
10 January 2025 | 21 replies
One of the side benefits is that I can avoid the whole draw/inspection process (not overall inspection, just the ones tied to the draws) and don't have to worry about draw fees.
Sarah Ali Found potential first property - need help on how best to approach selelr
25 January 2025 | 6 replies
As far as whether to approach them with or without an agent - approaching them directly without an agent can save the seller probably 2.5-3% of fees, which give you some room to negotiate on the price, but you need to be confident that you are capable of evaluating the property value, estimating on the amount of work that is needed, knowing how to negotiate/ structure the deal, and navigating the closing process.
Jack B. What are the risks of DSCR loans?
19 January 2025 | 9 replies
The fees and rate are generally higher on DSCR loans. 
Shane Smith Opinions on franchises
25 January 2025 | 8 replies
Spend a year learning and going to meetups before you fork over a $50-$100k franchise fee and half of your profits and don't even know what you are doing.
Mark Daniels Advice on borrowing against a paid off Commercial property to buy an additional one.
18 January 2025 | 8 replies
Be prepared for a high rate/high fees 
Jimmy Jeter New construction, 75% done. About to run out of money
16 January 2025 | 10 replies
The deal sounded good at the beginning but thought it included his fee and it didn't so he's tacking on his 20% on every bill. 
Matt Meier Seeking Short-Term Financing Options for Renovation Property
9 January 2025 | 16 replies
I can mark it up with a fee or by increasing the rate (or both, but I never do).
Bryan Zayac Residential Development Costs
17 January 2025 | 2 replies
You can expect that you will be required to build roads, sidewalks, storm water control, utility taps, street lights, street trees as well as recreation fees as part of the development process. 
Ryan Daulton Benefits of self-directed IRAs
14 January 2025 | 18 replies
Tax free appreciation and rents significantly trump the loss of depreciation and custodial fees.
Manuel Angeles Affordable Housing Development Capital Stack Structures
17 January 2025 | 7 replies
For me just too much work.. as I stated its a specialty niche.. plus putting the deals together can run 100 to 250k in consultant fees up front.