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Ell Jay Lindsey How is anyone making $ right now?
18 February 2024 | 54 replies
And notice how the common expression is one of delight when they hear a "yes", because it is more rare in start-up. 
AnnMarie Bacchus How to find off-market BRRRR deals?
17 February 2024 | 19 replies
Look for signs like overgrown lawns or unpaid bills, and send friendly letters expressing your interest.
Kyle Morse Investing with family - get a promissory note?
16 February 2024 | 3 replies
Hi, I'm a relatively new investor - I currently own one duplex that's fully rented, and have one completed flip property on the market to hopefully sell soon.My next step is partnering with a family member - an uncle - who has expressed an interest in providing me with financing to help me scale my business. 
Victoria Cole Florida RE School Recommendation
15 February 2024 | 13 replies
I have used realestate express for a while.
Konrad R. Are there any real estate agents here that are familiar with arm lenth transactions?
14 February 2024 | 1 reply
Quote from @Konrad “Arm's length” is an expression which is commonly used to refer to transactions in which two or more unrelated and unaffiliated parties agree to do business, acting independently and in their self-interest.I would think that most transactions are "arms length" transactions.   
Arn Cenedella Why I do what I do?
14 February 2024 | 0 replies
And while we all like to “get paid”, what’s more important to me is the appreciation my clients and investors express.
Zak Cooper Seller Financing Template - FEEDBACK Desired :)
13 February 2024 | 1 reply
It's apparent that your home holds a special charm, and I'm writing to express my sincere interest in it.So you're probably wondering how I got your information...
Justin Johnson My First Rental Property Freak Out
15 February 2024 | 72 replies
@Justin Johnson American Express has a card that earns cash back and you only pay interest for 15 mo.
Daniel M. Need Urgent Advice - Complex Situation with Duplex Offer
13 February 2024 | 14 replies
They expressed concerns about accepting an offer, undergoing inspections, discovering more issues, and the buyer backing out, similar to their last experience.
Justin Goodin 👋16 CRE Terms You Need to Know
10 February 2024 | 0 replies
 16 terms you need to know in commercial real estate:1.Internal Rate of Return (IRR): A metric used to estimate the annualized return on an investment based on the timing and magnitude of cash flows.2.Cash-on-Cash Return: The annual income generated by a property expressed as a percentage of the initial cash investment.3.Discount Rate: The rate used to discount future cash flows to their present value in financial models; often represents the required rate of return.4.Capital Expenditures (CapEx): The funds set aside for property improvements, renovations, or major repairs.5.Gross Operating Income (GOI): The total income generated by a property before subtracting operating expenses.6.Operating Expenses: The costs associated with managing and maintaining a property, including utilities, taxes, insurance, and maintenance.7.Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR): A measure of a property’s ability to cover its debt payments, typically calculated as NOI divided by debt service.8.Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio: The ratio of the loan amount to the property’s appraised value, used to assess risk in financing.9.Equity Multiple: A measure of the total return on an investment, calculated as the ratio of total cash flows to initial equity investment.10.Residual Land Value: The estimated value of land after deducting development costs and desired profit margins.11.Sensitivity Analysis: A technique used to assess how changes in key variables (e.g., rent, expenses, interest rates) affect financial model outcomes.12.Operating Pro Forma: A projection of a property’s income and expenses over a specified period, typically used for budgeting and financial analysis.13.Cash Flow Waterfall: A structured distribution of cash flows to different stakeholders in a real estate project, often involving equity investors, lenders, and developers.14.Leverage: The use of borrowed funds (e.g., a mortgage) to finance a real estate investment, potentially amplifying returns but also increasing risk.15.Equity Investment: The amount of money invested by equity partners or investors in a real estate project. 16.