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Richard Herro Jr. Excited to Learn & Take Action - New Investor from New Jersey
21 February 2025 | 4 replies
Your best option is a Conventional or an FHA loan
Nate McCarthy How to approach landlord about buying their rental?
11 February 2025 | 13 replies
This could be an opportunity to add value by offering to help with clearing or relocating those items as part of any potential agreement.Why This Could Be a Good Move for YouYou see long-term potential in the property, especially with the large lot and development possibilities (even if those are years down the line).As the current tenants, you have the advantage of a direct relationship with the landlord and familiarity with the property, reducing competition and risk.This could be a chance to lock in a property that you might otherwise lose if it hit the open market, especially in today’s competitive environment.Challenges to ConsiderIf the landlord is emotionally tied to the property or reliant on rental income, they may be reluctant to sell.Financing could be tricky, especially with today’s interest rates and the gap between the current rent and what a conventional loan might cost.The development potential you’re interested in is likely a long-term play, which means the property could be financially tight in the short term, especially if you’re only breaking even or slightly negative on cash flow.Structuring a Potential DealTo make this feasible, you’ll likely need to explore creative financing options that align with both your financial capacity and the landlord’s goals.Seller Financing: Propose a deal where the landlord acts as the lender, allowing you to make monthly payments directly to them.
Katie Southard Do I sell my rental property and take the cash tax free?
18 February 2025 | 2 replies
Loan is 4.25%200,000 left on mortgageValue 400 conservativelyrefinanced in 2019 so about 5 years in. 
Luis Fajardo What’s Next for Mortgage Rates? Key Inflation and Job Market Data to Watch This Week
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.
Natalie Hernandez Wholesale Real estate-( Beginner)
18 February 2025 | 7 replies
Lastly, if you need help with a loan or want to talk, shoot me a DM or email!
Jonah Slove Flip or BRRRR
24 February 2025 | 2 replies
(Again, ask the bank.)These days I lean toward flips (which is unusual for me) but if the numbers show it cash flows all in with a 7% loan, then sure.
Daniel LeGare Dallas TX // Seller Financing Deal on the Table, First Timer
6 February 2025 | 9 replies
I'd need the interest rate to be roughly 5% to breakeven on an interest-only loan, and was considering a balloon payment in 5-7 years.
Robin Tanner Pittsburgh BRRR 4/2 Duplex
6 February 2025 | 1 reply
Through a hard money lender, but I will take out a DSCR loan in March to refinance.
Jerome Boudreaux Beginner looking for advice
23 February 2025 | 18 replies
Be sure to explore all around the forums as well as many of the FREE tools that Bigger Pockets provides.I am on the lending side of things and am always happy to hop on a call to discuss loan options that are out there, even if not offered by my resources.
David Cherkowsky How to Calculate DTI with Schedule E
16 February 2025 | 5 replies
I own a mortgage company, so I have my loan officers use this Fannie Mae income calculation tool for all business for self borrowers: https://singlefamily.fanniemae.com/applications-technology/income-calculator .