Applying the same criteria consistently helps protect you legally.2.

I have 2 cars that we are trying to exclude the payment from for dti ratios.One was owned at $852 monthly payment (this was refinanced to remove borrower from the loan)this one is giving me a problem because they are asking for payoff but honda is saying they take up to 10 days to be able to send it.Any guidance on a way to get this closed sooner would be great, seller is on a tight timeline.Second one is a lease that we have had approval to terminate (for $2600 fee) and then that one would be excluded.

If you do research ahead of time, what are some red flags that would cause you to back out of a deal or add a couple thousand to the deal cost for legal battles/ cash for keys?

My First Multifamily Full Cycle Success Story: From Busy Attorney to Real Estate InvestorI’m thrilled to share the complete journey of my first real estate investment—a 44-unit multifamily property in Lawrence, KS—from acquisition to exit.Balancing a full-time legal career and fatherhood, real estate seemed like an impossible dream.

I really think that regulation is ripe for a legal challenge. 

There is lots of grey area, lots of bad info online about wholesaling being "completely legal", and many gurus teaching it the wrong way.

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

But, would my 2024 income even be considered towards pre-approval given it is not on a tax return yet?

Do you prioritize competitive rates, flexible terms, or quick approvals when securing funding?

They should be responsive and communicate clearly, possess a strong understanding of the local market, offer reasonable rates, and support borrowers throughout the process, all while ensuring legal compliance to protect your interests.