The lender does charge the flipper 4 points upfront, and the note represents 55% of the property’s ARV, so I’m not too worried about needing to foreclose if it comes to that.The lender uses his own capital for initial funding and then sells off the notes after that.

Here's an ideal PM contract: The two keys are: The PM is incentivized to make you money, not charge high fees, and is contractually bound to provide reporting that you can understand in a timely manner. 

My questions: - Looking to understand pain points of operating in Indio that you wished you had known - Besides the music festival in April, is there frequent tourism ensuring you are making the annual CoC ? 

How much do they charge and what's included?

Some flat-fee or investor-focused brokerages charge a minimal transaction fee, which can save you money if you're not planning to generate regular commissions.Additional Tips:If your primary goal is access to the MLS and flexibility in viewing properties, evaluate the costs of holding a license (e.g., broker fees, MLS dues, continuing education) versus alternatives like working closely with an investor-friendly agent.Consider whether the time required for licensing, post-licensing education, and maintaining your license is worth it for your investment strategy.If you need help finding an investor-friendly brokerage in Georgia or navigating the process, feel free to reach out!

The top agents would be charging like attorneys and make more money then the 2-3 percent they would get from the seller.

Maybe they should use Richard Wilson's model and only charge sponsors.

Hi Becca,PM charges 8% and I tried protesting taxes, didn't work.As far as renting rooms,that is something I'd consider if the current tenants move out.They've been reliable for many years and I wouldn't feel good about asking them to leave. 

.- The management company charges a management fee of 10% - 15% which can be a little higher than average property management companies, but that cost may be offset by higher quality of services.- The management company also charges for other services such as fee for coordinating maintenance and repairs, and turnover and releasing.

Owner occuppied loans regualted in every state .. must have state license and NMLS registration.NON owner occ loans on 1 to 4 units are regulated same way in about 15 statesin the other states they are unregulated.Keep in mind though investor loans do not follow the same rules as owner occ and rates can change charges can change closing dates can be blown through etc