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28 January 2025 | 6 replies
Any good resources for learning about hard money loans?
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9 January 2025 | 9 replies
The market may vary one way or the other & we don’t want to be stuck coming out of pocket on the backend as well.If it was needed to get the deal done, the minimum balloon we could offer is 10-12 years. .Never SELL using "Subject To".
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27 January 2025 | 3 replies
If a HELOC isn't an option due to Texas laws, you could consider a cash-out refinance with another property or a portfolio loan, even if you want to keep your current rate.
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27 January 2025 | 1 reply
Since agency loans don't allow you to put the loan in an LLC, ask your wife this.
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4 February 2025 | 10 replies
So loan it is.A few thoughts/questions on my mind that I hope to learn as I continue my real estate journey:1.
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3 February 2025 | 8 replies
Great tools that get updated regularly.I am on the lending side of things and would be happy to hop on a call with you anytime to discuss financial strategies and help answer any questions you may have about nearly any loan product available to help you on your journey, even if they are not products my capital partners offer.We are all here to help you learn and grow.
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14 January 2025 | 9 replies
A great REALTOR will help you gather rental history and the cost to own and show you good sites for pulling rental projections, but you will need to do your own calculations.Everyone's mileage varies.
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10 February 2025 | 1 reply
This week, two critical economic reports—the CPI inflation report (Tuesday, February 13) and Initial Jobless Claims (Thursday, February 15)—will provide new insights into whether the Fed will stay on its current path or begin signaling rate cuts.Real estate investors looking to finance new deals, refinance existing loans, or time their next acquisition should closely monitor how these reports shape market expectations for the Fed’s next move.Current Market ConditionsMortgage rates have remained stubbornly high due to persistent inflation and a strong labor market.
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24 January 2025 | 37 replies
(Insurance, Loans, Zoning, STR, ADU's, ??
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2 February 2025 | 2 replies
Step 1: Ensure you can get financing (is it a cash purchase or will you need a loan).