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Flaubert Perez Looking to get back on track on the real estate space and build new connections
19 January 2025 | 3 replies
Hello Trying to get back on the real estate investing space and build new connections that can help me to speed up the process.
Jason Lopez Do I need an LLC for my rentals?
23 January 2025 | 8 replies
LLC is pass through income so have your bookeeper or CPA take care of everything at the end of the year for your tax documents.
Ricardo Navarro Flip in CLE
15 January 2025 | 9 replies
The document is pretty explicit with contingencies should anything go sideways along the way though so this helped a lot to keep everyone on task. we've built rapport at this point since we've been in constant communication from when we started but in the beginning, it was a lot of trust in the document.
Tom Borton Help me analyze: Potential STR mountain cabin build (Packwood WA)
10 January 2025 | 14 replies
Hoping for $325,000 for the build (budgeting for $400,000 with overages).
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. 
Grant Shipman Syndicators & Capital Raisers: Avoid SEC Trouble!!
29 January 2025 | 2 replies
Full Disclosure is Required for Non-Accredited InvestorsIf any non-accredited investors participate in your deal, you must provide them with detailed disclosure documents.The SEC states:“[The company] must give any non-accredited investors disclosure documents that generally contain the same type of information as provided in registered offerings.”This is where having a Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) and Subscription Agreement becomes absolutely necessary.A PPM outlines:✅ The risks of the investment✅ The structure of the deal✅ The terms and conditions✅ The use of fundsA Subscription Agreement ensures:✅ Investors acknowledge they understand the risks✅ They meet SEC requirements✅ They legally commit their capital🚨 Not providing these documents could leave you vulnerable to investor lawsuits.4.
Shannon Vistisen Purchase the LLC or the property alone
18 January 2025 | 5 replies
We were going to partner together on it where I build and run a STR on it.
Monty Alston Need creative advice to pull equity out of my home ?
18 January 2025 | 15 replies
@Monty Alston It has some impact but no lenders will give you credit for having experience building a home unless you have built or renovated a home in the last 3-5 years.
Shelly Moses Happy Tuesday, Bigger Pockets Community!!
17 January 2025 | 3 replies
Just know that it is a "no days off" kind of business and very mechanical.I would suggest documenting your process via video so that eventually you can bring people on to replace the different hats you will be wearing.Keep in mind of these 5 components of any wholesale business.lead generation, deal sourcing, underwriting, marketing, transaction coordination.
Joe Binkowski 506(c) Syndication(s) Secret
27 January 2025 | 18 replies
You have to have confidence and the Sponsor needs to build a relationship with you if he wants to be sure you have some insights into the risks of the types of deals you would be funding.