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Jorge Abreu Property Tours: Assessing Condition and Building Relationships
30 April 2024 | 0 replies
➡️ Are all the non-renovated units in the same condition, or do some require more work than others?
Dan Mahoney How to buy a tax deed at the Fulton County Tax Sale, Atlanta, GA
29 April 2024 | 168 replies
Sheriff service is $50.00 per defendant, if you request it.
Ayyoub Feza Loan for second rental property
30 April 2024 | 37 replies
Hi Ayyoub-Great question and I am right up the road from you in Ann Arbor.Certainly, getting a conventional loan may provide slightly better rates than an investment loan like a DSCR loan.However, if you are buying income property you can use the income to qualify for the loan with a DSCR or Debt Service Coverage Ratio loan and not so much your personal finances like a conventional loan.Basically, you need three things.1.
Nathan Gesner What is the hardest part of DIY management?
30 April 2024 | 28 replies
Whether its an answering service or a business only phone, or even email. 
David Ounanian What financing options are available for real estate investors?
30 April 2024 | 2 replies
Here are some common financing options:Traditional Mortgage: Obtain financing from banks with a down payment, paying off over time with interest.Hard Money Loans: Short-term loans with higher interest rates, often from private investors, suitable for quick acquisitions or credit-challenged investors.Private Money Lenders: Individuals or groups offering direct loans, with terms negotiated privately.Seller Financing: Buyers make payments directly to sellers over an agreed period, with terms negotiated between parties.Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC): Borrow against existing property equity with a revolving credit line, typically offering flexibility.Real Estate Crowdfunding: Pool funds with other investors via online platforms for various real estate projects, offering diverse investment opportunities.1031 Exchange: Defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting sale proceeds into similar properties within a specific timeframe, useful for tax optimization.REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts): Invest indirectly in real estate through publicly traded companies, offering liquidity and diversification.Joint Ventures/Partnerships: Collaborate with other investors to share resources and risks, leveraging each other's strengths for larger projects.Subject To Financing: Buy a property subject to the existing mortgage that's in place on the property (doesn't get paid off when the property sells).Assumable Mortgage: Buy a property and assume the mortgage that the seller already has in place.Lease Option: Rent a property with the option to buy it prior to a later date.Debt Service Credit Ratio (DSCR): A loan approved based on the income potential of the propertyThese options cater to different investor needs, preferences, and financial situations, providing flexibility in real estate investment strategies.Thanks,
Nathan Gesner Research Question - Red Flags when interviewing Property Managers?
30 April 2024 | 27 replies
- Broad language excusing PM from any responsibility (including that of anyone they subcontract out to)- Charging the owner additional "convenience fees" if they "fail" to perform according to an agreement (with broad language about what that means)- Making the owner pay for any mediation / attorney fees for both parties (with no cap specified)Specific fee structure: - Management Fee: 10% scheduled rents (up to 3 units); 8% up to 15; 6% up to 35- New tenants placement (not renewals): 50% first month rent- 10% mark-up on all service fees (no receipts required)- 15% mark-up on total cost for any capital expenditures- Flat turnover fee- Flat evictions fee
Diana Mulvihill STR Number of Beds, Opinions Please
1 May 2024 | 27 replies
Just keep up on the maintenance and service of the system and it will be fine.Also, I would put some kind of little sign on the toilet top telling guests not to put anything but toilet paper in the toilet.
Jon Schwartz Reasoning behind reversion cap rates?
1 May 2024 | 10 replies
Will interest rates increase, which in turn devalues the same raw dollars of NOI because of increased debt service costs?
Raj Vora Jumping from passive RRE to active CRE
29 April 2024 | 10 replies
I think REITs that specialize in non-CBD office are being tarnished w same brush so good deals to be had at good values.
Bruno Almeida Funding a long term rental but don't want to put 20% down for a DSCR loan
30 April 2024 | 5 replies
So, the even if the rent does not cover the debt service you can still potentially qualify.