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Tim S. Anybody ever used Straightline Funding???
9 January 2017 | 0 replies
We may obtain an interior BPO only in some cases at a cost of $200 No pre-payment penalties apply There is no charge to apply for a loan with Straightline We do not require tax returns or documented reserves We do not charge additional "set up" or "processing" fees No ownership seasoning period is required to qualify for a refinance We can provide proof of funds letters after receipt of your application and credit authorization form
Jonathan Taylor Smith NC Eviction of Section 8 Tenant for Late / Partial Rent Payment
12 January 2017 | 6 replies
Wondering if there is anything special to be known when dealing with a potential North Carolina eviction of a Section 8 Tenant who has not paid their portion of the rent, but the Housing Authority has paid their part?
Harold Newsome Should I default on a bad investment?
15 January 2017 | 5 replies
If you use DIL and there is any leftover phantom gain from the tax authority if you are insolvent you might can use the insolvency form to wipe out the phantom debt with forgiveness.Likely if this property has all these problems the lender will not want to do a DIL as they do not want to own the property for liability reasons that could exceed their basis in the mortgage note.I have had lenders tell me this on commercial properties before.No legal advice given. 
Jim Etheridge Need Some Guidance on Self Directed IRA with financing
17 January 2017 | 8 replies
Following are the similarities and differences between the solo 401k and the self-directed IRA.The Self-Directed IRA and Solo 401k SimilaritiesBoth were created by congress for individuals to save for retirement;Both may be invested in alternative investments such as real estate, precious metals tax liens, promissory notes, private company shares, and stocks and mutual funds, to name a few;Both allow for Roth contributions;Both are subject to prohibited transaction rules;Both are subject to federal taxes at time of distribution;Both allow for checkbook control for placing alternative investments;Both may be invested in annuities;Both are protected from creditors;Both allow for nondeductible contributions;Both are prohibited from investing in assets listed under I.R.C. 408(m); andNeither may be invested in your ow business.   
Jonathan Roveto SFH neighbors lowering the appearance of neighborhood
14 January 2017 | 12 replies
Of course, if there is present danger or fire hazard, calling the authorities would be warranted.
Tim Vallee Thinking about partnering with a Contractor
26 February 2018 | 9 replies
The Contractor would have full rehab decision making authority.
Jim Hiler Is the West Palm market going to be oversaturated with rentals?
13 January 2017 | 3 replies
https://therealdeal.com/miami/2017/01/07/billionai...Apparently Jeff Green has plans to build another 200 apartments on Congress near Okeechobee in West Palm just west of I95.
Ernest D. Buying In Flood Zone - Need Help - Houston - Clear Lake
18 January 2017 | 7 replies
Flood insurance premiums are rising at an accelerated rate due to Congress deciding to no longer subsidize rates.
Bernard Chouinard Fidelity doesn't offer SD IRAs: Got Recommendations?
17 January 2017 | 7 replies
Following are the similarities and differences between the solo 401k and the self-directed IRA.The Self-Directed IRA and Solo 401k Similarities Both were created by congress for individuals to save for retirement;Both may be invested in alternative investments such as real estate, precious metals tax liens, promissory notes, private company shares, and stocks and mutual funds, to name a few;Both allow for Roth contributions;Both are subject to prohibited transaction rules;Both are subject to federal taxes at time of distribution;Both allow for checkbook control for placing alternative investments;Both may be invested in annuities;Both are protected from creditors;Both allow for nondeductible contributions;Both are prohibited from investing in assets listed under I.R.C. 408(m); andNeither may be invested in your own business. 
Kevin H. Rent or sell 4 plex
14 January 2017 | 13 replies
As long as the rent you are asking from them is consistent with your other rents, than the Housing Authority will subsidize up to that number.