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Laurens Van swol DSCR Loan for Florida investment
27 January 2025 | 15 replies
I've included an example below to help illustrate this.So different lenders have different rates (which do vary even for DSCR loans) but these are factors they all consider.See example below:DSCR < 1Principal + Interest = $1,700Taxes = $350, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $50Total PITIA = $2200Rent = $2000DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2000/2200 = 0.91Since the DSCR is 0.91, we know the expenses are greater than the income of the property.DSCR >1Principal + Interest = $1,500Taxes = $250, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $25Total PITIA = $1875 Rent = $2300DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2300/1875 = 1.23If a purchase, you also generally need reserves / savings to show you have 3-6 month payments of PITIA (principal / interest (mortgage payment), property taxes and insurance and HOA (if applicable).
Brett Coultas New member introduction and host financial question
21 January 2025 | 8 replies
that we’ve learned in our 24 years, managing almost 700 doors across the Metro Detroit area, including almost 100 S8 leases:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+ (roughly 5% probability of default), zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680 (around 10% probability of default), some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.
Alex Patton Refinance DSCR Advice
3 February 2025 | 26 replies
Every broker (including me) has the ability to give a 0% origination fee WITHOUT increasing the rate.
Ethan A. Seeking advice: tenant violated lease with many cats
20 January 2025 | 7 replies
It will just invite the idea of allowing her to include even more pets. 
David Lewis Boston - Has the ship sailed?
23 January 2025 | 45 replies
@Jerell Edmonds is right that many of us, including myself, waited because of fear and feelings. 
Jack Pasmore The Importance of Underwriting. Is Automation Effective?
31 January 2025 | 9 replies
Interest rates and cap rates change, competition changes, your PM ends up being horrible, lots of variables.Just to throw you a monkey wrench, in your killer spreadsheet does it include the credit score, income, and employer of every resident? 
Rebeca Moreno Buying my first multi-family unit
17 January 2025 | 9 replies
I'm sure many here, including myself, would be happy to discuss potential opportunities with you.
Luis Acosta Rental lease agreement
10 January 2025 | 4 replies
They often provide standardized lease agreements that comply with state and local laws.Additionally, many landlords use platforms like Avail, Zillow Rental Manager, or TurboTenant, which often include customizable lease templates that are state-specific.
Lisa Oliver Best advice for finding plumbers, handymen
21 January 2025 | 10 replies
I suggest gradually assembling a reliable maintenance team that includes HVAC, plumbing, and other essential services.Tenants are responsible for providing access to the property.
Clarase Mika Why Americans Should Be Investing in German Real Estate: An In-Depth White Paper
24 January 2025 | 0 replies
Rental income is subject to tax, but it is also possible to deduct many costs related to owning and maintaining rental property, including property management fees, repairs, and mortgage interest payments.Additionally, for those investors holding properties in Germany for the long-term, the country's capital gains tax law is attractive.