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Kyle Carter Impact on Credit Score
3 January 2025 | 2 replies
Most people don't qualify for that relationship.The seller financing will not show up or affect the credit score.However, when applying for a loan at the bank or especially a Federally Guaranteed loan, they ask on the application for ALL Loans, whether  or not it shows on a credit report.
Torrean Edwards Stepping out on faith, but looking for support/advice
20 January 2025 | 18 replies
If you're not using Hard Money and the property won't qualify for conventional financing, then you'd probably need to locate private money or if you have friends with IRAs, they can be self-directed to invest in real estate.
Allison Littman "Church" Purchase Creative Financing
11 January 2025 | 7 replies
This requires an independent appraisal valuing the property at $400k and proper documentation from the seller confirming the $200k donation.Ensure the church is a qualified 501(c)(3) entity, and consult your tax professional to comply with IRS rules.
Laura S. Advice for 1st time landlord evaluating applicant
6 January 2025 | 5 replies
Credit score shouldn't be the primary driver of tenant approval, because if they could qualify for a mortgage they probably wouldn't be renters.
Jasmine Thermitus Primary to Rental Property
15 January 2025 | 15 replies
Use an agent to help you get qualified tenants and documentation in order.
Paulette Midgette A Contractor I Would Not Recommend
17 January 2025 | 12 replies
There is very little profit when undertaking $45K renovation projects therefore most qualified contractors will pass on those bid opportunities. 
Gregory Schwartz "Am I experienced enough to raise outside capital?"
29 January 2025 | 32 replies
I’d say if you did 2 or 3 smaller MF deals on your own and they went well, I’d say you are qualified to raise capital to buy properties similar to what you have already bought yourself.2 or 3 smaller MF deals does NOT qualify you to raise capital and buy 150 unit deal.I believe in step by step progress slowly and consistently working up the ladder towards bigger deals.
Michael Plaks Crazy technicalities: how the IRS defines your age. Spoiler: it depends.
29 December 2024 | 1 reply
Required distributions from qualified retirement plans.This is controlled by Section 401.
Jenna Schulze Investing in College
4 January 2025 | 4 replies
Alternatively, once you have a full time job (or an employment contract), you should be able to qualify for a loan and utilize a Down Payment Assistance program.
Christopher Lynch What Is The Best Way to Start Flipping Houses and Raise Capital?
16 January 2025 | 10 replies
I am not a tax or legal professional so please take this to someone much more qualified.