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Rene Dittrich Seller Financings (seller perspective) - what to look out for
1 February 2025 | 2 replies
At the time of sale, we would amend our existing mortgage to ensure the sold property is no longer collateral for that mortage. 
Michael Deering Buying Rentals in Japan
25 January 2025 | 15 replies
Also, not very easy to use typical methods of valuation like comparable sales - there is no public tax assessor's website that you can just freely grab this from. 
Steve Wortman New Member Hoping to Learn
31 January 2025 | 9 replies
Yes, our motel property is for sale.
Peter H Derry Charleston Market Updates 1/21/2025
21 January 2025 | 1 reply
The market remains a seller's market, characterized by higher prices and faster home sales.
Taylor Calloway Off Market Opportunity Question
31 January 2025 | 4 replies
Last August a decent pre-foreclosure opportunity came available on the MLS and my agent took us to see the home and submitted two offers below asking that were too low for the seller at the time.Apparently the seller was able to avoid foreclosure and the home delisted after it didn’t sale.
Chase Calhoun Build to Rent- BTR
26 January 2025 | 15 replies
Where I am in New Jersey, the numbers wouldn't work out at all, but those numbers are good on your sale and rent for the build cost, especially since they should appreciate there in Little Rock steadily.
Sam Chicquen Creative Financing & Seller Financing?
28 January 2025 | 15 replies
Terms such as interest rates and payment schedules are typically negotiable.Combining creative financing with seller financing can include strategies like:Subject-to and Seller Financing: Taking over the seller's mortgage and financing the equity portion through the seller.Lease Option: Renting with an option to buy while negotiating seller financing for part of the purchase.Wraparound Mortgage: Keeping the seller's existing loan while they finance a new loan that includes the balance.To proceed, consider connecting with experienced investors, understanding local legal implications, and attending networking events to gather insights.
William Fuller What information do you need from wholesalers about a piece of land?
7 February 2025 | 3 replies
There are people who buy a longer term (12 months or more ) OPTION giving them a RIGHT to purchase a subject property, at a certain price, within a certain amount of time, and attempt to either sell the option for a higher price or close on a simultaneous purchase and sale to an end buyer paying a higher price.  
Jennifer Fernéz Help with this deal!
18 January 2025 | 10 replies
@Jennifer Fernéz I run sum numbers for you with our tool, see comments and pics below before refinancing and post refinancing .Financial Breakdown: Purchase Price: $200,000 Mortgage (LTV 80%): $160,000 Interest Rate: 6% (30-Year Amortization) Mortgage Monthly Payment: $959Upfront Costs: Down Payment (20%): $40,000 Closing Costs (3.5%): $7,000 Renovation Costs: $15,000 1 Month of Carrying Costs During Renovation: $1,548Total Upfront Required: $63,548Year One Rent: Monthly Rent Income: $2,000 1 Month Rent Losses during renovations (-$2,000): -$167/month distributed over 12 months Total Rent Income: $22,000 per year => $ 1,833 per monthMonthly Expenses: Mortgage Payment: $959 Property Tax (Assuming $3,000/year): $250 per month Property Insurance (Assumption): $100 per month Utilities (Hydro, Gas, Water): $275 per month Assuming 5% Vacancy: $92 Assuming 0 % Repairs & Maintenance first year because unit has been recently renovated Total Monthly Expenses: $1,676Monthly Net Cash Flow: $157Post-Renovation Refinancing Strategy after 12 months:So far, we’ve purchased the property, completed renovations, and rented it out.Next, you can approach the bank for a refinance to consolidate a portion of your initial investment into a mortgage.
Max Schilling New Investor Excited to Learn and Make Connections
6 February 2025 | 3 replies
Last year I bought my first property at a foreclosure sale in Dane county, a small 2 bed 1 bath condo on the east side of Madison.