This approach ensured minimal holding costs and a faster return on investment.

I speak to investors almost daily.I am sure that dark October in 1929 was rough on you, and you are still bitter.

Cash invested: $80,000 Acquired this property Sub-to as a quick flip with minimal repairs required.

If you have clear expectations, you can minimize the chances of going through a dispute.

Each has their own priorities and they are often diametrically opposed:•Owners want to maximize rental income while minimizing expenses.

Combining these two minimizes the impact of financing on your Net revenue. 

We're not even sure where the extra went, and are feeling like we're stumbling along in the dark. 

I recently obtained my HI real estate license to access the MLS and assist with my personal house-hunting needs.Does anyone know of a more boutique brokerage on Maui where I can hang my license with minimal overhead and without the requirement of going through a mentorship program?

As lenders, well issue a prequal/preapproval letter if we've analyzed your income, assets (bank and brokerage statements to establish that you have the liquidity to afford the down payment, closing costs, and reserves), review credit of the guarantors, review the relevant experience to ensure that we're not throwing our money away on newbies that are wandering around in the dark, and have put together a reasonable plan of attack for the project.

I usually tell my clients that you should expect that you have to refi at MINIMUM, 1 year after initial purchase to minimize the Appraiser risk.