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5 February 2025 | 2 replies
., 10-year interest-only options), and non-recourse structures.Competitive Rates: Recent transactions show rates ranging from 2.69% to 4.65% depending on LTV (55%–80%) and property type.Lender Specialization: Some lenders excel in specific areas:Greystone and Walker & Dunlop lead in Fannie/Freddie volume and large-scale refinancing.Arbor Realty Trust is praised for smaller-balance loans and flexibility.CREFCOA offers streamlined refinancing with 45–60 day closings and cash-out up to 80% LTV.HUD 223(f) loans provide 35-year fixed terms, ideal for stabilized properties.Questions for the Community:Have you worked with lenders like Greystone, Arbor, or Freddie Mac?
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20 January 2025 | 6 replies
The best use of AI in our industry is to use it for re-engagement of follow up leads with the outcome of setting an appointment with a human being.
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4 February 2025 | 6 replies
If you would like to generate your own leads, I would pop over to the the wholesale section of the forum and start there, and perhaps purchase some books from the BP store.
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21 January 2025 | 6 replies
Landlords mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact same services and operate the exact same way, so price is the only differentiator.So, the first question they usually ask a PMC is about fees - instead of asking about services.This also leads them to ASSUME simpler is better when it comes to management contracts.
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19 January 2025 | 147 replies
“I’m literally the nation’s leading expert in tax liens and tax deeds,” he boasts in one installment.
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21 January 2025 | 5 replies
But consumers all are on the site for free where real estate agents are constantly hawked to buy leads or participate in what is now a 35-40% referral business for unvetted leads who think they are contacting the listing agent.Their business model has always been flawed.
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3 February 2025 | 5 replies
Networking with local wholesalers and real estate agents who specialize in investment properties can also lead to off-market opportunities.
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20 January 2025 | 5 replies
This also leads owners to ASSUME simpler is better when it comes to management contracts.
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21 January 2025 | 14 replies
I don't have enough details to know whether it's a good move for you, but I think my numbers work out better when I'm the lead.
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1 February 2025 | 5 replies
I was reading up about it, and saw that the cons of oil heating include needing to top up the oil supply, lower efficiency (than gas and electric), and potential leaking of tanks leading to environmental issues.Is anyone familiar with oil heated homes?