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Samantha Benz Should I go to BPCON?
28 January 2025 | 9 replies
Events like this give the opportunity to meet and talk to investors from all over the country, doing different kind of investing, and with a varied amount of experience.
Mary Holland Hey everyone! Has anyone here gone through the application process for DSCR loans?
28 January 2025 | 5 replies
I've included an example below to help illustrate this.So different lenders have different rates (which do vary even for DSCR loans) but these are factors they all consider.See example below:DSCR < 1Principal + Interest = $1,700Taxes = $350, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $50Total PITIA = $2200Rent = $2000DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2000/2200 = 0.91Since the DSCR is 0.91, we know the expenses are greater than the income of the property.DSCR >1Principal + Interest = $1,500Taxes = $250, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $25Total PITIA = $1875 Rent = $2300DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2300/1875 = 1.23If a purchase, you also generally need reserves / savings to show you have 3-6 month payments of PITIA (principal / interest (mortgage payment), property taxes and insurance and HOA (if applicable).
Ashley Mierez Margin or Volume??
6 January 2025 | 1 reply
I know depending on where an investor is in their fix and flip journey and the market this will vary, but Im curious because I feel like this is important when it comes to a good deal since some investors might not mind making less to have more doors. 
Timothy Frazier Hard Money Loan
17 January 2025 | 15 replies
This can put a significant strain on your finances and cash flowThey also often require a large down payment themselves and may have a strict repayment schedule that can be difficult to meet, especially if there are unforeseen circumstances or delays in renting the property or generating income from itIn addition, relying on this type of loan may expose you to higher financial stress and the possibility of default if you are unable to meet your loan obligationsThe final decision depends on your overall financial situation, risk tolerance, and your ability to manage the associated costs and obligations
Tom Rairdon Tax considerations when selling a short term rental
12 January 2025 | 8 replies
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Bruce M. Large RV or Boat - Tax incentives, Tax strategies
13 January 2025 | 7 replies
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Brice Alef-Torrisi Managing finances between multiple properties
14 January 2025 | 7 replies
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Heather Bailey Insuring your House Hack
13 January 2025 | 6 replies
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Eli Kim Maxed DTI. How should I get more properties?
10 January 2025 | 20 replies
I was fortunate enough to find a lender with 15% down for my previous properties  For sure, man, I’m sure it varies by state with Lending  but in Texas 20% down is  pretty standard on investment properties.
Steven Rosenfeld What do you think of syndicate sponsor Goodegg Investments?
26 January 2025 | 51 replies
I am 80 years old and rely on investments for retirement income.