Reach out to your attorney to review the leases to see if anything needs done. 

Sometimes this happens before making an offer, sometimes it happens during the contract review - but it should NEVER happen after you sign contracts.

We have been on BP for about a decade now and have thousands of reviews from many past clients. 

Regarding Form 3115, we provide a draft form as a resource and reference for your accountant, for them to review and modify if necessary.

Friday, Feb. 14, 2025 Caveats/Considerations before applying:Time involved: These projects have long lead times between review, approval, and reimbursement.

I am also very involved in reviewing proposals, selecting subs, design, etc. 

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Unused contingency funds, unless they were received directly from the borrower, must be used to reduce the outstanding balance of the renovation mortgage after all of the renovation work has been completed and the certification of completion has been obtained.The loan is not re-amortized.Draw Schedule:The HomeStyle program has a maximum 4 draw process.The initial draw can be up to 50% of the total project and can be for materials for the project.The final draw will be at least 10% of the total project as retainage and funds will be released upon receipt and approval of final inspection, Certificate of Completion from Appraiser, signed All Bills Paid Affidavits and Lien Waivers.Additional Draw Information:Ø Signed Draw Request by borrower and contractorØ Signed All Bills Paid AffidavitØ GMG review and approve the draw request and will release funds for disbursementØ A check will be issued in the name of the borrower and contractor and delivered to borrower via USPSØ An inspection of work to date will be performed at 50% completeFinal Draw Information:Ø Signed Draw RequestØ Final inspection/Completion Certificate will be required for release of final fundsØ A Title Update showing property free from lien or encumbranceØ General Contractor’s Lien Waiver AffidavitØ Affidavit of Completion GR will review and approve the draw request and will release a check in the name of the borrower and contractor.Change Orders and Cost Overruns:Changes to the initial plan are not permitted unless prior approval by Guaranteed Rate.

Do not give in to any guests that will threaten you with a bad review.