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Hunter Goorsky NEW Investor in the Joliet area 🏠
22 January 2025 | 9 replies
I prefer buy and hold.
Johnny Lynum Multifamily vs. Single-Family—What’s Your Take?
17 January 2025 | 20 replies
I’ve heard arguments for both, but I’m curious—what’s your preference, and why?
Michael Reilman Best Low-Flow Toilets?
17 January 2025 | 14 replies
As for serviceability, I personally prefer kohler as a plumber.
Jon D. Relocation / selling vs investment?
22 January 2025 | 12 replies
Since you purchased your primary recently and in Houston, I personally am bearish on your appreciation potential.
Lisa Albright Rehab personal home taking funds from rental property equity
13 January 2025 | 8 replies

Hi All,Newbie here, just a quick question we are building an addition on our second home, we have a primary residence, and two rental properties. We are trying to not use our retirement funds. Are there any strategies...

Melody R. Thoughts about the virtual CPA firm The Real Estate CPA?
16 January 2025 | 18 replies
I do not personally use him based soley on the fact that the firm is virtual.
Sha Sing Has anyone worked with ReadyREI in Saginaw, Michigan
20 January 2025 | 19 replies
In fact, you insisted that house was turnkey and that your "preferred" management company was suggesting unnecessary repairs (I did walk the house in person and they were 100% necessary).And yes, you did walk the property on a video chat with me, but what I found working with you is that I have to ask A LOT of questions because you are not forthcoming.
Maria Murphy Develop, then sell and/or rent?
12 January 2025 | 2 replies
Obviously tough to give advice based on minimal info and no info on your personal situation.
Murtuza Khoja Considering buying a STR in Kissimmee
29 January 2025 | 3 replies
But it sounds like you should also balance your decision on what fits you and your families preference and style since you will be using it personally. 2.
Andy Wang Should I sell my note? 1.2M @ 8.5% for 4.5 yrs
27 January 2025 | 7 replies
Here are some general guidelines: Lien Position1st Position LienEquityMinimum Down Payment of 20-25% (a 30% equity to sale price is preferred)Down Payment made in certified funds and not borrowedMaximum Funding of 70% ITV (Investment to Value)SeasoningMinimum of two monthly payments already made12 months or more preferredPayer CreditCredit Score of 650 or higherNo major derogatory trade lines (No 90-180+ days delinquent, foreclosure, repossession, bankruptcy, etc.)No decline in credit since purchase of businessTermsPrefer 60 months or lessMaximum of 72 monthsNo Balloon Payment preferredCash FlowBusiness has positive cash flow1.25 debt service coverage ratio preferred.DocumentationPersonal guarantee from a creditworthy individualStandard documents including Note, Security Agreement, and UCC-1 filing.Tax Returns on the business that substantiate profit and loss statements.OtherPayment history current and verifiablePayer Interview indicating buyer is satisfied with business and comfortable making paymentsMotivation for selling the note is not a result of a deteriorating businessConsideration of high risk businesses or geographic areasIn these situations, sometimes a partial is a better option.Â