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26 January 2025 | 33 replies
Syndicators advertise for people on Facebook and other sites because most cannot raise institutional money as to raise institutional money they need to have audited financials, a due diligence report done on them by 3rd party to start.
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21 January 2025 | 8 replies
Quote from @Danth Aman: Quote from @Victor Patel: I don't see a problem with this as he has disclosed his financial interest in the property and him being a licensed agent.
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28 January 2025 | 0 replies
New agents may struggle with periods of no income while waiting for deals to close.Solution: Budget wisely, build a financial cushion, and prepare for slow months.
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21 January 2025 | 4 replies
It depends on your financial strength, the quality of the property, how many properties you own, etc.I like to start with one significant expense and three months of vacancy.
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6 February 2025 | 28 replies
Start with a RE attorney, by definition, your contract is voidable, and do not forget the title company has some obligation in this as well.
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22 January 2025 | 8 replies
@Jacob HavlovickBigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.
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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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3 February 2025 | 1 reply
.⚠️ Beware of these red flags:🚨 Bad partners who don’t communicate or operate ethically🚨 Financial arrangements that don’t make sense🚨 Risk levels that are too high for the returnIf ANY of these ingredients are bad, walk away—even if the deal looks profitable on paper.🚀 Lesson: Part of a good deal is better than 100% of no deal, but 0% of a bad deal is better than any piece of a bad deal.Final ThoughtsToo many investors make the mistake of wanting 100% ownership and control—but they forget that it’s better to own part of a great deal than to own nothing at all.🏡 Real estate is a team sport—and the investors who understand this scale faster, learn more, and build more wealth.Discussion Questions for You:1️⃣ Have you ever walked away from a deal because you wanted 100% ownership?
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14 January 2025 | 10 replies
If I have a fixer listing, I have an obligation to put it in the MLS because of this. 4.
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3 January 2025 | 12 replies
They may also feel obligated after this gesture to try and make rent on time even going through a hard time.