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13 January 2025 | 5 replies
I have a few properties and am also a mortgage broker, happy to answer any questions about general investing or financing options.
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9 January 2025 | 0 replies
Target ReturnsWhile target returns are crucial, these should be discussed only with investors—not brokers or others helping you find deals.Sample Investment CriteriaHere’s an example of well-defined CCC:Location: Primary and secondary cities in the Southeast with population growth.Type & Class: Class C garden-style or walk-up workforce housing with repositioning opportunities.Age: 1980s construction or newer (case-by-case for older).Price: $5M–$12M, requiring $1.5M–$3M in funds.Size: 100+ units.Cap Rates: Market rates.Roof Type: Pitched roofs preferred.Value-Add: Opportunities for improvements or better management.Why This MattersBy creating crystal clear criteria, you:Avoid wasting time on deals that don’t align with your goals.Build trust with brokers and partners by demonstrating a focused investment strategy.Increase your chances of finding deals that meet your financial and operational objectives.I'll be posting each chapter as I go through them so you can follow along from my notes and we can discuss different strategies.
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29 January 2025 | 21 replies
I have brokered several deals in the Cleveland market.
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14 January 2025 | 7 replies
Here are my recommendations:1) Check with your insurance broker first.
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16 January 2025 | 6 replies
Go through a broker.
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13 January 2025 | 16 replies
I've been a broker forever, and remember the early 80's with 16% interest rates.
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9 January 2025 | 6 replies
Hi @Shayan Sameer, I'm an investor and licensed mortgage broker.
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19 January 2025 | 354 replies
I’m not familiar with Nevada regulations for loans but states like AZ distinguish between brokering and lending your own funds.
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28 January 2025 | 15 replies
Also, if any rental brokers with first-hand experience with section-8 in Brooklyn, NY would be interested in working together, I'd love if you can message me here directly.