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Desiree Rejeili Understanding Mortgage Recasting: What Homeowners Need to Know
22 January 2025 | 0 replies
Mortgage recasting is a great option for homeowners who:Have received a windfall, such as a bonus, inheritance, or proceeds from selling another property.Want to lower their monthly payments without extending their loan term or going through the hassle of refinancing.Are satisfied with their current interest rate and loan terms.How to Get StartedIf you’re considering mortgage recasting, here are the steps to take:Contact Your Lender: Ask if they offer mortgage recasting and confirm your loan’s eligibility.Determine the Lump Sum Amount: Decide how much you can afford to put toward your principal.Calculate Potential Savings: Use an online mortgage calculator or consult with your lender to estimate your new monthly payment and total savings.Submit the Request: Once you’ve made the lump sum payment, your lender will process the recasting and provide a new payment schedule.Final ThoughtsMortgage recasting can be a powerful tool for homeowners looking to reduce their monthly payments and save on interest without the cost and complexity of refinancing.
Ryan Goff Grocapitus - Anyone have experience with them?
31 January 2025 | 170 replies
This is Part 1 of the response.
Justin R. Who has moved from QBO to Rentastic (or other RE based software)
27 January 2025 | 17 replies
You may be able to see if a retailer still sells the 2024 version.If you can't get the one time purchase, you would need to see if the cost is beneficial.For real estate -  Quickbooks desktop > Quickbooks online because you can set up multiple entities within quickbooks desktop and not pay an additional cost per entity that Quickbooks online would charge you.Best of luck! 
Julian Zamora How do I pass the NMLS SAFE Mortgage Loan Originator Test?
10 January 2025 | 7 replies
I am 14 hours into the 20-hour online course offered by "RealEstateU."
Ricardo Lemus The rent does not cover all
3 February 2025 | 11 replies
That is the responsibility of the tenant, not you. 
Ana Maria Anyone ever bought an investment property through SDIRA Wealth?
27 January 2025 | 35 replies
To me that is requires major compliments, and the review I posted is not appropriate.They really are going above and beyond in this circumstance and its not fair to them to keep this post online just because I wasn't able to reach them and discuss this over the weekend right after new years.PLEASE reconsider taking the post down.
Keith Mintz Sober Living Investment
21 January 2025 | 3 replies
I’d recommend something like the tenant is responsible for the first $500, $750, or whatever in repairs for each occurrence.
Steffany Boldrini Seeking Advice: Issues with Jenny Yi, an STR Designer
4 January 2025 | 20 replies
I picked her exactly because she had a good social and online footprint!!
Garry Lawrence 19-Year-Old Closing on First Rental Property – Seeking Advice!
11 January 2025 | 12 replies
Require co-signers (like their parents), check references from previous landlords or college housing, verify enrollment status, and personal interviews to gauge responsibility.6.
Lance Christensen Hello Every one on the BP forum!
3 February 2025 | 14 replies
Sorry for the slow response had a wedding to prepare for at my house and just in recovery after being in the hospital.