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Account Closed Breaking Down How Much Money You Need to Invest in Real Estate
21 October 2024 | 1 reply
This guideline means you should not pay more than 70% of a property’s after-repair value (ARV) minus renovation costs.
H. Jack Miller What do you look for when picking a mortgage servicing company?
17 October 2024 | 1 reply
The main thing I would look for is breadth of underwriting guidelines and customer service.
Deborah Wodell Lender Red Flags: Which Lenders Have You Had Bad Experiences With?
17 October 2024 | 16 replies
I have saved many fall out deals from reputable lenders that I use on a day to day basis, It's just the client is not very familiar with the lender's process/ guidelines and/or the rep was being very unethical (bait and switch.. etc..).
Samantha Zanotelli Jumbo Loan Question
16 October 2024 | 7 replies
You’re right—commercial lenders are tightening up their guidelines, and it’s becoming harder to find 10% down on jumbo loans, especially with the current market conditions. 
Dan DeGroff Help! Seasonal Employee In Expensive Market Looking To Buy Primary Res Out of State
17 October 2024 | 9 replies
Additional units will add a HUGE layer of risk that will be accounted for during underwriting with this scenario as you are very clearly purchasing the home in WA with the intention of renting it out for cash flow (that's not a primary residence, but an investment).Personally, I would advise you to do this as a second home transaction, as the second home scenario makes a lot more sense to me from an underwriting/guideline perspective. 
Ted Barrett Mortgage Rates Eating into Cash Flow Under 1% Rule
18 October 2024 | 25 replies
This was a 0.88% rule (close to 1% rule = I really dislike that guideline now). 
Lance Turner LTR with an STR ADU
23 October 2024 | 28 replies
They prevent bedbugs from entering or escaping mattresses.Routine Inspections: Regularly check mattresses, bed frames, and furniture for signs of bedbugs (small black spots, eggs, or live bugs).Furniture Choice: Choose furniture with metal or plastic legs instead of wood, as bedbugs are less likely to infest non-porous surfaces.Bedbug Traps: Place bedbug traps under bedposts and other furniture legs to catch any potential bedbugs before they become a problem.Professional Cleaning: Schedule routine deep cleans between guest stays, and if you ever suspect bedbugs, hire a pest control professional immediately.Clear Guidelines: Educate your cleaning staff on how to spot bedbugs early, and encourage them to report any signs immediately.These steps will help you set up a smooth, well-managed STR that’s ready to generate revenue while maintaining a good relationship with your LTR tenants.
Malik Javed How to Allocate Land vs. Building Values for Investment Property
17 October 2024 | 4 replies
If a full scope appraisal showing the land value was not completed during the purchase process, taxpayers may consider the following options:Rely on the county tax assessor’s allocation: A taxpayer can review their county tax assessor’s property allocation, which usually provides an assessment of land and improvements based on the county’s guidelines.
Hemant Karira Non-traditional ADU financing options?
16 October 2024 | 7 replies
This is correct, a lot of the FHA guidelines have changed in the last year making ADU financing a lot more acceptable and easier.
Caleb L. Is it legal to bird dog in Texas without a license?
16 October 2024 | 17 replies
But, it only said that I could be fined and possibly put in jail if, (I act as a real estate professional without following the guidelines and meeting the relevant requirements).