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Matt Stowe Seeking fee advice on freddie mac sbl program
3 April 2024 | 0 replies
I am curious if the fees I am being presented are in line with market norms:lender app fee: $10,000Origination fee 1% ($20,000)Lender costs: shows a fixed amount at $10,000processing fee $895registration fee $10,000Title and escrow fees: $4,000 est.6.5% rate fixed at 10 yearsPrepayment Penalty: Yield Maintenance months 1-114 (1% minimum)Third Party ReportsApppraisal Required Engineering Required Environmental N/A Seismic Report N/A Market Study N/A Funded EscrowsReal Estate Taxes Required Prop/Liability Insurance Required Special Assessments N/A Ground Lease N/A Replacement Reserves N/A Required Repairs TBD Debt Service Reserve N/AWould love to hear your thoughts on this as well as what you think is appropriate fees for the freddie mac sbl program
Mounish Thatikonda Seeking Input on Rental Property Layout - Beds vs. Baths Ratio
5 April 2024 | 2 replies
@Mounish ThatikondaThree beds and one bath is less desirable than having 2 bathrooms or even a half bath. 3/1 can make some of the best purchases because they are functionally obsolete and may get passed up by many buyers allowing you to get a better price.
Mark Walker Financing for a self storage & mobile home park property
5 April 2024 | 5 replies
While some lenders can get creative with income and/or don't require personal income underwriting, DSCR lending programs technically only apply to SFR 1-4 units and small multifamily (usually to 10 units). 
Sara Ball Converting a grandfathered duplex to SFH + ADU
5 April 2024 | 11 replies
There are non-conventional programs that will allow on an exception basis but not ever one can qualify or will even know about those programs.  
Amy Wei Ru Chang 600k cash...how to allocate in sky high market for investment properties in LA area
7 April 2024 | 33 replies
Just remember, returns are a function of risk and effort, so don’t fall into the trap of buying low cost assets with the promise of high yields.
Shola Sulaimon Guidance from Real Estate Experts on Purchasing my First Rental Investment
6 April 2024 | 22 replies
I'd look at population growth and job growth next.Cash flow is not only a function of the rent and purchase price, but also that of your loan value. 
Arthur Vivero wholesale deal under contract - private lender to buy the deal ourselves for flip
5 April 2024 | 3 replies
Trailers and fabricated houses have their own loan programs called Chattel Loans. 
Aidan Black House Hacking at 22 years old
5 April 2024 | 14 replies
To choose the loan choice that best suits your financial objectives and preferences, compare options including conventional loans, FHA loans, VA loans, and down payment assistance programs.
Geoffrey Paugam New Investors searching for Multifamily
5 April 2024 | 6 replies
What mentorship program are you using?
April Birdsong LLC for Business and LLC for Property Protection Question
5 April 2024 | 13 replies
However, if you elect to own the real estate in your personal name, creating a separate LLC to perform property management functions and to collect rent provides absolutely no added protections.