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Hai Le Charging flat rate for utilities
20 September 2024 | 5 replies
Just include it in the rent. 
Nolan Dalton DSCR LOANS. Where to get approved?
25 September 2024 | 37 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).
Colt Clark gift baskets for first time tenants
23 September 2024 | 19 replies
I think she actually had a really good idea.she believes that providing gift baskets for first time tenants that include general house warming gifts, cleaning supplies,maybe a recipe book  and even a small book or brochure of how to care of  a house would be a great start to a relationship/good tenant.the goal of this would be to obviously motivate your tenant to take care of your property, keep it clean, and to create a level of respect between both parties right off the bat. that means (rent on time, communication, a good experience from beginning to end.)im interested in hearing your thoughts about this and if any of you are or have already tried it?
Nick Wimmel South Bend, Indiana Rental Market
22 September 2024 | 9 replies
I also notice a lot of people from Chicago moving into the area (myself included) due to the movement towards remote work, although this is anecdotal evidence.
Tomas Nuno Is it possible to house hack with you partner?
23 September 2024 | 21 replies
Benefits include shared financial responsibility, increased savings, and valuable landlord experience.Good luck!
Aaron Gallington Should I refi now or wait until spring of next year??
20 September 2024 | 13 replies
I am getting quotes in the mid 6% range now with about 12K in closing costs (not including escrow), and no PPP.
Varika Pinnam New construction or older property?
23 September 2024 | 13 replies
But we can build stuff at 70% to 75% or so including the lot and the financing.That allows me to grow a portfolio without putting hardly any of my cash into the deal. 
Deandre Brown Need some help
21 September 2024 | 0 replies
I’ve already texted the seller for more information, including how long the daycare has been there and how much the woman is paying in rent.
Craig I. Anxiety of buying my 1st out of state property
22 September 2024 | 15 replies
This includes lenders, insurance carriers, contractors, and preferred property management companies.
Deepanshu Madan What's the best strategy to find a buyer for a STR?
21 September 2024 | 14 replies
Often, they'll see something that they want, and want that included