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Lolo Druff New Investor Seeking Advice On Section 8
27 September 2024 | 4 replies
However, you need to really investigate to confirm that the property and tenants are performing as expected.Your offer to purchase should include a requirement that the Seller provide all documentation and agree to sign an estoppel certificate (also called an estoppel form or agreement).
Jason Xenakis How do you effectively choose a real estate agent: The Real, Real Estate Agents?
3 October 2024 | 46 replies
These agents will get referrals from me for my CA investor friends (including the ones messaging me on BP asking for agents).  
Devin Bost Do I need a property manager just to manage bookings?
27 September 2024 | 9 replies
\I will say, as a PM, where I add the most value if the 24/7 guest communications, 20+ platforms including some big names like JetBlue and Marriott, pricing with RevMax and a live revenue manager, etc. 
Fabiola Noel Best landlord software for DIY landlords that also offers banking accounts?
27 September 2024 | 4 replies
Quote from @Fabiola Noel: I didn't know any software included a bank account.
Austin Snyder Land Contract/Agreement for Deed instead of Novation for quick Flip
29 September 2024 | 8 replies
If you’re confident in the seller’s cooperation and financial standing, it may be worth the risk, but it’s important to assess this carefully.Balloon Payment Option: If you go the subject-to route, you can include a balloon payment structure to mitigate the lender’s risk or the seller’s concerns, while giving you time to repair and resell the property.4.
William Johnny How Many times can you refinance?
28 September 2024 | 8 replies
I've included an example below to help illustrate this.So different lenders have different rates (which do vary even for DSCR loans) but these are factors they all consider.See example below:DSCR < 1Principal + Interest = $1,700Taxes = $350, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $50Total PITIA = $2200Rent = $2000DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2000/2200 = 0.91Since the DSCR is 0.91, we know the expenses are greater than the income of the property.DSCR >1Principal + Interest = $1,500Taxes = $250, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $25Total PITIA = $1875 Rent = $2300DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2300/1875 = 1.23If a purchase, you also generally need reserves / savings to show you have 3-6 month payments of PITIA (principal / interest (mortgage payment), property taxes and insurance and HOA (if applicable).
Max Kulishov Mobile Home Flip
26 September 2024 | 6 replies
So profit might be 10k-40k if I include closing costs and commission.
Erica Périard New Real Estate Investor in SC
26 September 2024 | 6 replies
I handle both short and long-term investments in Myrtle Beach and the surrounding areas, including Georgetown. 
Ben Stanley How do people invest in real estate while working a full time job?
1 October 2024 | 37 replies
It depends on many things, including your market.
Gregory Schwartz Boring Buy and Hold Investors
2 October 2024 | 71 replies
I do the standard buy and hold but the property has to be bought at a discount - 85% of ARV is my maximum - including purchase price and rehab.