Hard money and private investing are both ways to finance flips, but they work a little differently.Hard money loans are typically from companies or private lenders that specialize in short-term, high-interest loans.

- What are the key items to consider from a code/zoning stanpoint when researching various towns- Any unique items to consider about financing a small multifamily? 

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As for financing, make sure to explore options for using rental income to qualify, and be prepared for a 20% down payment.

Another might be a residential tenant whose child comes home from college and discovers black mold in her bedroom closet.Ideally, Tenant Estoppel Letters will be sent to them after the inspection and financing contingencies have been cleared and within the last week before closing.

You could also try to find a seller who wants to do seller financing and take a risk on you, which would be challenging to find.

9) adding multiple ADUs or adding an ADU to a quad looses F/F conventional financing.

Financing $240k at 7% will be about $1600 a month in principal and interest.

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