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2 February 2025 | 1 reply
A prudent investor doesn't seek quick riches through shortcuts.
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28 January 2025 | 0 replies
These small, individual actions lead to big impact.
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28 January 2025 | 3 replies
Key Factors for a Good Seller-Financed DealCash Flow: Rental income should exceed monthly payments (PITI) by at least 1.25–1.5x.Purchase Price: Compare to ARV and market value for fair pricing and equity potential.Interest Rate: Aim for competitive rates; higher rates must still allow positive cash flow.Amortization/Balloon Terms: Favor longer amortization and align balloon payments with your exit strategy.Down Payment: Lower upfront costs reduce risk but should meet the seller's expectations.Flexibility: Seek no prepayment penalties and fair late-payment clauses.Property Condition: Ensure the property’s condition matches terms through inspections.Seller Motivation: Assess the seller’s willingness to negotiate favorable terms.Exit Strategy: Have a clear plan for refinancing or payoff at term end.Portfolio Fit: Ensure the deal aligns with your financial goals and risk tolerance.Vetting multiple deals and consulting professionals is crucial to making sound decisions.
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6 February 2025 | 12 replies
A prudent investor doesn't seek quick riches through shortcuts.
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24 January 2025 | 0 replies
Landlord and Tenant agree that any action or proceeding in which Landlord is seeking possession of the Premises from Tenant, a trial shall be heard by a court sitting without a jury.
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23 January 2025 | 10 replies
I'm a first-time homebuyer looking to start my real estate investing journey and would appreciate some advice. For context, I'm 25 and planning to move in with my soon-to-be fiancée. We want to purchase a property to ...
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6 February 2025 | 5 replies
Readers should seek professional advice.
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26 January 2025 | 43 replies
This has been my experience: "As to the remedy plaintiffs seek, the case law reveals that "the equitable remedy of specific performance is routinely awarded in contract actions involving real property, on the premise that each parcel of real property is unique" (EMF Gen.
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5 February 2025 | 17 replies
I remember when Lending Home, now Kiavi started, there really wasn't anyone other than banks and private individuals that would finance a new build...and those were hard to find.
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2 January 2025 | 4 replies
Quote from @Jeffrey Mair: Hello, I am seeking advice or creative ideas to move closer to the goal of owning a home in San Diego county without the obvious solution of selling off my small rental portfolio.