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Matt Wan Getting a mortgage as a non-resident US citizen
11 February 2025 | 20 replies
Many borrowers file this form as an exclusion to their US federal taxes as they may have been taxed by the country where they are earning the income.Required Documentation for Foreign IncomeWhen it comes to processing foreign income for a loan, documents required may include:» Most recent personal tax returns» History of receipt» Proof of continuance of foreign income earnings» Conversion of the income from the foreign currency to US dollarsThese documents must be translated or completed in English so that a loan reviewer can properly evaluate the information provided.Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac GuidelinesIncome from Foreign SourceIncome from foreign sources must be reported on the borrower’s most recent U.S. individual federal income tax returns.
Greg P. Small Multi Family Coaches/mentors? 2-4 units.
18 February 2025 | 25 replies
I think too many people get into this and struggle for too long before realizing that they not been properly trained and potentially could have dramatically shortened the learning curve.   
Alec Barnes How Do You Ensure Quality Tenants?
9 January 2025 | 12 replies
To avoid scammers and fraudulent paystubs, I contact the applicants place of employment directly to verify that the paystubs are accurate, the company is legitimate, and the duration of the applicants employment.Why do you need TWO YTD paystubs?
Tiana Lazard My home is officially cash flowing!
13 February 2025 | 22 replies
Ensure you have reserves for vacancies or repairs, properly screen tenants, switch to landlord insurance, and keep detailed records for tax time.
Christopher Heidrich Stuck in analysis paralysis and in the military
30 January 2025 | 7 replies
that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.
Paul Ross Peter Harris Commercial Property Advisors Protege - a Digital Marketers Perspective
23 February 2025 | 10 replies
I do however believe proper coaching can accelerate you in a given field but this does not appear to be it. 
Matt Schreiber 2-4 Family With Cash Flow
12 February 2025 | 22 replies
that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.
George Suarez Subject to QUESTION
23 February 2025 | 16 replies
I'd imagine the Sub2 deal you wholesaled was simply you brokering a deal between a buyer and a seller without having proper licensing.
Luis Herna Help With Loi As Wholesaler - Commercial Deal
23 January 2025 | 4 replies
If this is your first deal, it's probably best to get a lawyer to make sure you're doing everything properly.
Mario Niccolini Investing in a High-Risk Flood Zone (AE) – Worth It or Hard Pass?
20 February 2025 | 11 replies
.✅ Flood Vents & Mitigation: Adding proper flood vents and elevating utilities can help lower premiums.✅ Private vs.