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19 December 2024 | 15 replies
However, if the property is a long-term hold, the lower interest rate with a prepayment penalty can often result in better overall returns.Another consideration investors should evaluate is how prepayment penalties are structured - whether it's a declining penalty over time or a flat fee - because this can significantly impact their profitability when selling earlier than expected.
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15 December 2024 | 6 replies
Then a Civil Engineer, an Appraiser to determine what having a four unit would be worth, then a loan using the evaluation.
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31 December 2024 | 76 replies
So I pretty much want to find someone who can just evaluate my properties with data and experience and tell me what to do, like a consultant.I did the pitch for the BNB Investor Academy, currently $12k btw, and I was a little bummed because it seems like more of a school, and when I messaged Michael on IG he said it wasn't a school and that I should sit through the pitch.
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19 December 2024 | 55 replies
i have up to 50k dry powder that i'm currently evaluating various ST instruments to invest in.
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12 December 2024 | 5 replies
Be sure to consult with local experts, evaluate cash flow, understand tenant laws, and negotiate with the seller for the best outcome.Good luck!
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14 December 2024 | 5 replies
Each site you evaluate is another step forward and you'll learn more along the way.
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18 December 2024 | 26 replies
Account for property management costs if you’re not managing it yourself and compare financing options.Tools like Rentometer (rental rates), BiggerPockets Calculator (cash flow analysis), CoStar/LoopNet (market data), and PropStream (property details) can help you evaluate deals effectively.
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12 December 2024 | 6 replies
This gives you a more accurate view of the property's true cash flow and performance without relying on a large down payment to "force" good numbers.This is exactly what we do — help investors like you evaluate deals to ensure responsible purchases that lead to portfolio growth.
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10 December 2024 | 13 replies
@Eric Lowe Prior to pulling the trigger on a Cost Seg study, you should evaluate 2 things:1 - How much net additional deprecation tax deductions a Cost Seg study would provide: Best way to get this is by requesting a free feasibility analysis from a Cost Seg provider.
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10 December 2024 | 16 replies
Quote from @Malak Lopez: How do you find and evaluate Section 8 investment opportunities in Tulsa?