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Sam Booth Success with Propwire?
28 January 2025 | 3 replies
As far as feasibility, you can absolutely use propwire, or propstream for that matter, to secure the list and then mail postcards to the owner info. 
Andy Wang Should I sell my note? 1.2M @ 8.5% for 4.5 yrs
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. 
Joseph Mena Multi family loan
4 February 2025 | 11 replies
Of course the rate is higher with 15% down, but it helps investors get that property secured with less out of pocket.Happy to help if there's anything you need.
Jennifer Fernéz Just starting! Have a couple questions for the tech gurus out there.
4 February 2025 | 1 reply
Anyone over 18 fills out has to furnish their social security and driver's license numbers, and pays a fee for a credit / background check.
William Weston Business names and LLC's
12 February 2025 | 4 replies
Most lawsuits against landlords involve wrongful eviction, security deposit disputes, and Fair Housing Violations.
Kristin Vegas invoice repairs from property management
17 February 2025 | 10 replies
Consider all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.
Austin Brummett How early should I invest as a 20 year old?
17 February 2025 | 13 replies
Many experienced mentors in this group can help guide you in the right direction.I highly recommend saving as much as possible and setting aside a hedge fund for financial security.
Michael Klick 2025 and Looking to Invest in Real Estate
4 February 2025 | 12 replies
I'd say start the process of securing your HELOC if you havn't done so and spend time analyzing deals and determining what type of investor you are looking to be. 
Dan Cooper Buying Restaurant / LazyDog property as a first timer
5 February 2025 | 4 replies
Add a Rental Security provision to receive stock options in Lazy Dogs LLC for any upside when it goes public!
Trevor Thrall Advice for investing a big war chest?
22 February 2025 | 7 replies
We will certainly manage the drawdown from those funds to account for tax consequences as best we can.I appreciate the calls for diversification and I get that cash flow is a tougher to secure with interest rates where they are.