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Lenny Montesano Young aspiring real estate investor seeking advise
3 January 2025 | 26 replies
While many gurus glorify the strategies they’re selling through courses or books, methods like BRRRR aren’t easy and can put you in a tough financial spot if you’re not careful.
Joe Au Use HELOC to paydown mortgage fast
11 January 2025 | 420 replies
It's financial hocus pocus.
Renee Tan How can I learn Yardi?
16 January 2025 | 9 replies
With the limited access in Yardi, you won't be able to adjust account trees and create multiple customized financial statements. 
Nate McCarthy How to approach landlord about buying their rental?
13 January 2025 | 12 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.
Ashley Wilson Pros and Cons of Joining a Coaching Program
27 January 2025 | 29 replies
Consider both the financial cost and the time commitment.Have I researched the program?
Alex Fenske I bought a neighborhood strip center and brought no money to the closing
20 January 2025 | 3 replies
That truly determines the successful from the unsuccessful, making it happen despite all the odds against you.I have a similar story of finding real estate and achieving financial freedom over the course of 4 years, going from 0 to over 300 doors.
Daniel Borgenicht Condo as LTR investment for out of state owner
9 January 2025 | 3 replies
Just make sure to look into the HOA’s financials, rules, and rental policies before buying.
Ezra Avery Hello & Thank You
7 January 2025 | 5 replies
@Ezra Avery you might want to read below to understand Classes of Property/Tenants.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?
Michael Beirne Section 8 BRRRR in Baltimore
22 January 2025 | 15 replies
@Jay Fayz for SFR (1-4 family) Classifications are mostly opinion-based.Not aware of anyone tracking eviction rates, except Evictions Lab nonprofit that doesn't like landlords.Here's some info that might helpt:---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?
Jose Mejia refinancing a property from hard money lender
1 February 2025 | 16 replies
Do you need to refinance quickly to avoid a balloon payment or other financial pressure?