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19 January 2025 | 8 replies
I asked specifically about transfer in PA from personal ownership to LLC...so maybe it not considered a "sale".Thanks for the input on the personal loan vs LLC, this is what I was unsure of as my name would be tagged to the property via the conventional loan document.
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21 January 2025 | 10 replies
This can encourage positive word-of-mouth and build goodwill if they’re ever a reference for your property.Ultimately, focus on fairness and clear documentation.
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18 January 2025 | 15 replies
If the use of the funds are for business purposes, like investing in real-estate, you will have an easier chance of qualifying for a loan documentation and income wise.
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27 January 2025 | 7 replies
Here are some general guidelines: Lien Position1st Position LienEquityMinimum Down Payment of 20-25% (a 30% equity to sale price is preferred)Down Payment made in certified funds and not borrowedMaximum Funding of 70% ITV (Investment to Value)SeasoningMinimum of two monthly payments already made12 months or more preferredPayer CreditCredit Score of 650 or higherNo major derogatory trade lines (No 90-180+ days delinquent, foreclosure, repossession, bankruptcy, etc.)No decline in credit since purchase of businessTermsPrefer 60 months or lessMaximum of 72 monthsNo Balloon Payment preferredCash FlowBusiness has positive cash flow1.25 debt service coverage ratio preferred.DocumentationPersonal guarantee from a creditworthy individualStandard documents including Note, Security Agreement, and UCC-1 filing.Tax Returns on the business that substantiate profit and loss statements.OtherPayment history current and verifiablePayer Interview indicating buyer is satisfied with business and comfortable making paymentsMotivation for selling the note is not a result of a deteriorating businessConsideration of high risk businesses or geographic areasIn these situations, sometimes a partial is a better option.
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11 February 2025 | 1681 replies
I mean, read the first line of that document.
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15 January 2025 | 9 replies
The document is pretty explicit with contingencies should anything go sideways along the way though so this helped a lot to keep everyone on task. we've built rapport at this point since we've been in constant communication from when we started but in the beginning, it was a lot of trust in the document.
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29 January 2025 | 11 replies
I'm sure you're documenting everything.
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20 January 2025 | 5 replies
What documents do they require, what credit scores do they allow, how do they verify previous rental history, etc.?
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16 January 2025 | 10 replies
Any good HML will be happy to share the contact info of borrowers so you can see how easy the process was and how well they treated the investor.Can you share a recent closing document or HUD?
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8 February 2025 | 10 replies
You may have or will sign documents stating "all properties you own".