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28 February 2020 | 1 reply
Part 1 of 5: What is a Deductible Buy-Down ProgramDeductible Buy-Down programs are insurance policies a business/real estate investor can implement in their protection plan to lower the amount of deductible they have to pay when there is a claim made.These are policies which are in addition to the normal coverage plan (property, liability, auto, umbrella, cyber, etc.)Part 2 of 5: How Buy-Down Programs WorkThey are one of many ways a person/business can implement alternative insurance protection.Buy-Downs are added to protection plans to lower out of pocket expenses for the insured at the time of loss (a claim)Example of how a Buy-Down program works:You have a commercial property portfolio.Its insurance policy has a deductible and a premium.
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27 February 2020 | 4 replies
My name is Brett Stander, a fourth year finance major graduating from Drexel University in Spring of 2021 (five year program).While I understand the value of working a 9-5, W-2 job, I also see fear the dry, repetitive lifestyle that comes with it.
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8 April 2020 | 63 replies
No refunds for cancellations made within 7 days of check-in.But...You can apply for a full refund through Airbnb's "extenuating circumstances" program.
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26 February 2020 | 3 replies
Whether it is collecting rent, or doing inspections on your units; getting programs in place to avoid sketchy situations is worth every effort.
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2 March 2020 | 4 replies
They both have a small balance programs, and from my experience are happy to educate new borrowers.What states are you looking into?
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6 March 2020 | 10 replies
There are many programs for Vacant dwellings.
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27 February 2020 | 2 replies
We just are looking at the flip program!
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3 March 2020 | 11 replies
PACE financing is a federal program where each state has to adopt a law to provide it.
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27 February 2020 | 5 replies
They have a mentor program for new agents.
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29 February 2020 | 3 replies
I have looked into the small mortgage loan program of Fannie Mae, it looks like something that would work, if I am understanding it right.