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Kimberly C. Vacant 3Bed/1Bath 4-car garage SFH in Canton Ohio - Cashflow Options?
6 May 2024 | 11 replies
As stated previously, my PM is already on this path (and just taking FOREVER ugh).  1 week to fill out and snail mail the city rental application, another week and they say they're waiting on the city to schedule the inspection. 
Michael Frank Best prefab and modular construction lenders?
6 May 2024 | 14 replies
When the first box was lifted off the trail the wire was sent with a proof of transfer sent to the email of the prefab company.
Marc Delgado Outsourcing Accounting/Bookkeeping duties
7 May 2024 | 16 replies
@Marc DelgadoSince I provide CFO Outsourcing services to my clients (which includes book keeping) I wanted to weigh in here with my advice.
Roman A Sandler SFH in South Florida - [Newbie]
6 May 2024 | 5 replies
I dont understand why CoC doesnt include the principal part of the mortgage payment.
Nydia Rodriguez RGV info--Edinburg is now the 12th fastest growing cities in the nation.
6 May 2024 | 0 replies
The Rio Grande Valley includes the following areas: McAllen, Edinburg, Pharr, San Juan, Alamo, Brownsville, Donna, Harlingen, La Feria, Mercedes, Mission, Port Isabel, South Padre Island, and Weslaco. https://riograndeguardian.com/edinburg-is-now-the-12th-faste...
Kesete Thompkins Tapping Into Portfolio Equity with a High DTI Ratio
7 May 2024 | 9 replies
I've included an example below to help illustrate this.So different lenders have different rates (which do vary even for DSCR loans) but these are factors they all consider.See example below:DSCR < 1Principal + Interest = $1,700Taxes = $350, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $50Total PITIA = $2200Rent = $2000DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2000/2200 = 0.91Since the DSCR is 0.91, we know the expenses are greater than the income of the property.DSCR >1Principal + Interest = $1,500Taxes = $250, Insurance = $100, Association Dues = $25Total PITIA = $1875 Rent = $2300DSCR = Rent/PITIA = 2300/1875 = 1.23DSCR lenders generally let you vest either individually or as an LLC.
Audrey Peltier Rules/customs for q rental in Cleveland
6 May 2024 | 13 replies
Some people bill back the water/sewer (say on an SF when you know the exact amount), some include it in the rent, some charge a fixed amount per month.
Sam McCormack Does 0% Vacancy Sound Fun?
6 May 2024 | 18 replies
It is also possible to handle a turnaround in 2 days including paint and carpet. 
Joseph Scorese A little bit about me
6 May 2024 | 1 reply
He specializes in providing financing solutions for a range of projects, including bridge loans for 1-4 Family Investment Properties, Multi-family, Mixed Use, Ground-up New Construction, Fix & Flip, Fix to Perm, and Bridge to Stabilization.
Matt Randall Question about investing with a DSCR Loan
6 May 2024 | 9 replies
Underwriting items for DSCR loans include appraisal, credit report, liquidity verification, borrowing entity documents, landlord insurance verification, and whereapplicable lease, verification of rent and security deposit receipt, and property management agreement.DSCR lenders should never ask you for tax returns, W-2 income, pay stubs, or company financial statements.A good DSCR lender can fund your DSCR loan in under 30 days.Pro Number 2: Loan StructureDSCR loans are generally structured as thirty year term, fixed rate and fully amortizing, with LTV up to 80%.To increase cash flow and boost DSCR to qualify for a higher LTV, you can even structure with a five or ten year interest-only period where principal payments are made over the remaining portion of the 30 year term.Most DSCR lenders can fund your loan with DSCR as low as 1.0, though 1.1 is where you will find the best terms.A few DSCR lenders specialize in no and low seasoning cash out refi for rental property investors who use the BRRR strategy.Compare this to traditional banks which generally offer lower LTV, shorter term, higher DSCR requirement, and 6 months of seasoning.Pro Number 3: ReliabilityDSCR loans are a growing component of the multi trillion dollar institutional credit market.While DSCR loan origination volume is growing fast, it struggles to satisfy the demand from institutional investors such as insurance companies, pension funds and credit funds that buy DSCR loans.For this reason, as long as DSCR loan program guidelines for subject property and borrower are met, there is a very high probability that your loan will be fundedwithout delay.Compare this to banks which may subject you to months of underwriting before ultimately rejecting your loan application for reasons unrelated to your application.Con Number 1: Strict GuidelinesThe largest and healthiest part of the DSCR loan industry is 1 to 4 unit residential investment properties in non rural markets where the As Is value and the purchase price is one hundred thousand dollars or higher, and the guarantor's credit score is 680 or higher.If an element of your transaction does not fall within program guidelines, your loan will either be declined or require an exception which can cause delay.DSCR loan program guidelines are constantly evolving to adapt to the demands of borrowers and institutional investors, and to respond to market and risk.A good DSCR lender will knowledgeably and transparently communicate program guidelines, proactively communicate to identify potential issues, and set expectations in a clear and thoughtful manner.Con Number 2: ShenanigansThe DSCR loan industry is fast growing and loosely regulated, attracting loan brokers, private lenders and salesmen who are not knowledgable about program guidelines, not expert in structuring your loan to meet your specific goals, not capable of closing your loan in a timely manner, and not truthful or transparent about loan terms.Con Number 3: Higher interest ratesGiven the demand for DSCR loans from institutional credit investors, the credit spread or risk premium has decreased, making DSCR loan interest rates from the most competitive DSCR lenders nearly the same as bank loans and conventional investment property loans.We should include an asterisk on this con because it is not always true and may not be true in the future.