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31 January 2025 | 5 replies
Also, if the property doesn’t cash flow or cash flows poorly as your summary indicates, coming up with a creative financing strategy that allows for greater cash flow doesn’t necessarily make it a good purchase or investment.
27 January 2025 | 8 replies
Happy to chat...being a local GC takes out a lot of the risk of the biggest variable for most investors (unpredictable rehab costs) and also allows you to consider more options than the average investor, with your rehab costs being significantly lower.
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19 January 2025 | 9 replies
Hi Fernando....I'm a broker looking for a company that does DSCR loans with no or very little seasoning to allow for the value instead of the Purchase Price.
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20 January 2025 | 8 replies
It’s inexpensive to provide but can make a big impact.Comfortable Bedding: Investing in high-quality mattresses, pillows, and linens improves the guest experience and leads to better reviews, which can boost occupancy rates.Smart TV or Streaming Services: Offering Netflix, Hulu, or similar services is a low-cost way to enhance guest entertainment and stay competitive.Fully Stocked Kitchen: A well-equipped kitchen with basic appliances and utensils appeals to families and long-term guests, saving them money on dining out.Dedicated Workspace: If your property caters to remote workers, adding a small desk and ergonomic chair can set your listing apart.Outdoor Spaces: If your property allows, an outdoor seating area, fire pit, or hot tub can significantly increase your nightly rate and attract more bookings.Energy-Efficient Features: Guests appreciate eco-friendly options like LED lighting, smart thermostats, or solar panels, especially in eco-conscious markets.Keyless Entry: A smart lock is a relatively small investment but offers convenience and security, which many guests value.If you’re deciding on amenities to add, it’s always a good idea to research your local market.
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20 January 2025 | 1 reply
For those interested, a combination of mortgages with no “due on sale” clause, mortgage companies loose due diligence, and title insurers willingness to “turn a blind eye” to practices that wouldn’t pass scrutiny now, resulted in tactics like the “second mortgage crank” which not only allowed investors to purchase properties with no money out of pocket but allowed investors to actually walk away from closing with “cash in their pocket”.
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16 January 2025 | 2 replies
Freddie Mac will allow you to finance each property and the Maximum is 10 loans on credit.
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27 January 2025 | 5 replies
The sponsor if they even consider allowing you would be a huge red flag for me knowing if they will accept non accredited investors what other rules are they breaking. 3.
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7 February 2025 | 4 replies
Your response will allow me to make sure my contractors are aware or include some of these things you mentioned during your conversion.
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18 January 2025 | 8 replies
@Marcos Carbi If you want to allow a payment plan, Tell them this is the best I can do:Pay $xxx cash by tonight at 8pm for November's rent. and then beginning Monday Jan 20, pay $450 each Monday (in cash?
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13 February 2025 | 25 replies
I currently invest only in rural communities and small towns and its allowed me to scale to 24 units in three years.