
10 December 2024 | 11 replies
Its a tough subject because logically, they are joint and several guarantys so rationally a 100% guaranty from each of two people (one 740 one 680 for example) is ALWAYS going to be better than just one 100% guaranty from someone at 740 (so it wouldn't make sense to have a better rate for the latter)The problem is that there is fraud and "straw borrowers" out there where someone who is not involved in the property signs on to boost score and terms - so many DSCR Lenders in response either do the "non-rational" thing and price to the lower to avoid the fraud or use the higher of the two (and either be a little loose with things or just stay vigilant on any funny business)

9 December 2024 | 1 reply
I have found a well-made checklist for you to go through: https://www.nar.realtor/law-and-ethics/cybersecurity-checkli...I'd like to emphasize on some point though.Section A:- These are non-negotiable.

8 December 2024 | 1 reply
Things like landscaping/snow removal and labor cost for repairs are going to be highly variable based on your market so you'd need to do your own research on the going rate by either talking to other local investors, running your own google search, or exploring basic services on thumbtack/angies list etc.

9 December 2024 | 8 replies
If you’re planning to pay cash for the rehab, make sure the lender provides non-dutch interest on the rehab portion so you only pay interest on the funds you actually draw, if any at all.Once the renovations are complete, you can do a cash-out refinance after 3 months of ownership.

6 December 2024 | 6 replies
Neither outcome is good for you.I give some approximations of each expense category in The Hands-Off Investor, but the best way to nail down operating costs is to look at the property's historical performance.For example, Contract Services and Utilities.

7 December 2024 | 1 reply
. - Products & Services enable us to track each 'phase' of the rehab. - Projects give us visibility on my projects- My CPA can easily access the reports for tax preparation.

12 December 2024 | 20 replies
Would the landlords out there recommend providing extermination service to make tenant happy, or remind her that the home was rodent free at beginning of her lease.

10 December 2024 | 7 replies
Probably the most common mistakes made in the development business by non builder property owners.

13 December 2024 | 35 replies
Also, some places like CA and MD have very tenant "friendly" laws (against the landlord in some cases) so make sure that you know the laws and if possible, have an attorney or service to collect overdue rent and/or eviction as needed.

11 December 2024 | 8 replies
You should pay 10k to 15k or less for the service. 10% on a million dollar build is beyond silliness to me.For 100k to 120k in design fees, I'd want the Property Brothers themselves to come down and design the thing. :-)