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23 January 2025 | 23 replies
Making big investment decisions can bring reservations- I would love to connect and review strategies!
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17 January 2025 | 19 replies
I have about $100k in capital reserves and can leverage the 2 properties for additional capital, as needed.
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8 February 2025 | 55 replies
If you convert it to a rental and sell later, you may owe capital gains tax + depreciation recapture, unless using a 1031 exchange to defer taxes by reinvesting in multifamily.Leveraging $100K in equity via HELOC or cash-out refinance can help fund the next deal, but ensure rental cash flow covers debt, expenses, and reserves.
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14 January 2025 | 25 replies
Something to look into in your case.I would recommend having the seller send message to all people already booked with your new listing & have him contact AirBNB or VRBO to cancel those reservations due to a sale.
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5 February 2025 | 35 replies
I do have reserves to cover contingencies.Let's just say, I'm satisfied with those numbers.Had I had to use a bank, I would have had to put down 20% for $33,000, plus closing and my payment on the remaining would be $1400 PITI including HOA.
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16 January 2025 | 6 replies
Closing costs, necessary cash reserves, and the expenses to get a property market ready are more than most first time investors think.I have nothing to sell and would be happy to help if you think that I can be a resource.
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15 January 2025 | 10 replies
With your $1,100 rent and the potential for an improved loan structure, it's worth reaching out to DSCR lenders who are flexible on reserves and leverage.Key Points:Highlight your strong FICO score and existing equity.If your DSCR ratio falls short, some lenders allow exceptions for high-FICO borrowers.
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4 February 2025 | 38 replies
Are you accounting for everything—taxes, property management, maintenance, insurance, reserves—and still hitting your target returns?
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22 January 2025 | 14 replies
Unless of course you actually have the money in reserves and would make up any loss.. that would be different..
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7 January 2025 | 5 replies
However, no one at PennyMac was able to provide documentation nor were they able to confirm that our monthly payment would remain the same after transferring to the LLC.