5 June 2024 | 20 replies
We are outside of the standard build warranty, but are continuing to discover MAJOR corners cut, and getting repairs and pre-emptive fixes is costing us lot.We are estimating $20,000 in total expenses that we are going out of pocket for due to poor workmanship.

8 June 2024 | 24 replies
Just as a reminder in addition to the interest rate, amortization schedule and fixed period of the loan, inquire about: 1) Prepayment Penalties (In case you want to refinance in a few years), 2) Possibility of Rehab Funding, 3) Reserve Requirements, 4) Personal Guarantees, 4) Rate Adjustments (i.e. at the 5 year mark) to understand other variables in the loan product that works best for your project.

7 June 2024 | 9 replies
Yep, its known as a Fix & Flip loan and you can find it on the Lender Finder feature here on BiggerPockets.The term of the loan will generally be less than 2 years and they will usually fund a percentage of the purchase price (I've seen 60-80 percent) and many times 100% of the renovation.It makes sense to have a strong idea of the reno costs prior to applying for any amount with this type of product.

7 June 2024 | 10 replies
My first thoughts are why is the property performing poorly?

7 June 2024 | 11 replies
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7 June 2024 | 11 replies
Hey Peter - I am 23 myself, and the first thing that motivated me was Rich Dad Poor Dad.

7 June 2024 | 3 replies
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5 June 2024 | 21 replies
We also have had a longer runway to build out a product that is robust for a smooth experience while having a large enough support team around you to ensure you are quickly helped.

6 June 2024 | 57 replies
Long story short, it's been poorly managed for the last five years.