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Elliot Tan Can you assume a VA loan with an entity?
13 December 2024 | 2 replies
Assumption by an EntityUnfortunately, assuming a VA loan directly through a legal entity (such as an LLC, corporation, or trust) is typically not allowed because:Primary Residence Requirement: VA loans are designed for owner-occupied properties, meaning the assuming borrower must intend to live in the property as their primary residence.Credit Review: The VA and lender require the assuming party to undergo a personal credit and income review to ensure repayment ability, which entities cannot satisfy.3.
Leon G. Getting out of the rental business after 10 years
10 January 2025 | 67 replies
You will be dealing with high school kids who are your employees...I know, there will be a manager, but a manager can only go so far...Plus corporate can come and make you change this or that, you will be obligated to comply.Seems like a headache to me even more than with rentalsSo Ive decided when I retire, I want to enjoy my life, not to deal with a headache from a restaurant
Marcus Auerbach Mortgage rates going up. Is the market expecting inflation?
24 December 2024 | 25 replies
I believe it is a larger issue than what we define as the economy, which is mostly measured in corporate profits and Wall Street performance, this is not what the average person perceives.
Chas Lumley Umbrella Insurance policy.
9 December 2024 | 5 replies
In my experience, you are thinking through this correctly.I've heard lawyers say, if the loan is in your name (which it has to be for conventional) and the deed is in the LLC, you aren't treating the business as an independent entity and in a severe lawsuit, the corporate veil is pierced and the LLC can be thrown out.I agree that one of the best defenses is to run your properties well. 
Douglas Schwart Seller Carryback Financing-Singh Corporation
5 December 2024 | 7 replies

Currently in negotiations with Singh Development Company to purchase my rental home (as in condition-renters moved out) located in Columbus, Ohio with Seller Carryback Financing. 
SEEKING feedback from other Sellers ...

Xavien Rafael The Benefits of Using an LLC vs. S-Corp for Real Estate
11 December 2024 | 0 replies
Without solid credit, even the best structure can be challenging to leverage.Curious to hear how others in this community are structuring their businesses—are you sticking with an LLC, making the jump to an S-Corp, or considering something else entirely?
Veronica Taylor NYC......Eric Lee —fake listings?
14 December 2024 | 11 replies
HelloHas anyone had experience with an Eric Lee from Sowae corporation?
Eric N. How do you do Seller Financing/Sub2 and comply with Dodd Frank/Safe Act ?
30 January 2025 | 47 replies
What else are they going to do when they are politically appointed and can't pursue and lock up violent criminals wrecking havoc in communities or pursue big multinational corporations who have judges and lawmakers in their pockets?
Richard Gann 3 Factors to Consider in Exchanging Your Oregon Rental Property
16 December 2024 | 1 reply
Indeed, the FAIR ordinance is anything but fair to non-corporate landlords, seemingly punished for investing in rental houses to generate income as an alternative to stocks and bonds.A handful of opportunists likely could learn to exploit these new rules, preying on otherwise law-abiding landlords to obtain legalized shake-down payments.
Bao Vu Question regarding Tax on a Flip
12 December 2024 | 10 replies
This may include self-employment taxes as @Kevin Gonzalez mentioned, but this can depend on if you have S-Corp or not.