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Rachelle Bisaillon Newbie to Screening Long Term tenants shady screening
28 June 2024 | 5 replies
The next person is well employed with a lower credit score and is accepted.
David Lamb Purchase house to flip with tenants inside
27 June 2024 | 12 replies
Offer to pay for 1 month of a storage unit starting 1 week before you close.
Zachary Sakena Subdividing with conventional mortgage loan
29 June 2024 | 8 replies
The hard part is going to be convincing the new bank/lender that you are going to be building a Primary residence that close to your "existing" home.
Julie Smith Split RHAWA account membership
27 June 2024 | 3 replies
I actually just spoke to them today and they have all the support and lower cost.
Ria Lamb Putting a 1031 exchange property into an LLC (3 years later)
28 June 2024 | 41 replies
Our own lawyer who led the 1031 exchange was very stingy with information.My husband and I did our very first reverse 1031 exchange, closing it out 6 months ago.
Jamie O'Connell Lender Questions for Next Loan
25 June 2024 | 8 replies
The return is great but it’s hard with the lower price to find someone.  
Stepan Fedetskiy Looking for ideas how to buy more properties
27 June 2024 | 5 replies
You can utilize low down payment loans by house hacking your next property.3) Partner with people to invest your capital together.4) Invest in lower cost marketsThe tough thing about real estate investing is that it's capital intensive.
Sumit Kaul loan agains equity/etf vs 401K vs other options
27 June 2024 | 2 replies
Here are some options and considerations:Loan Against Equity/ETFs:Margin Loans:Description: Margin loans allow you to borrow money using your investments (such as stocks or ETFs) as collateral.Pros:You retain ownership of your investments.Generally quick access to funds.Interest rates can be relatively low compared to other types of loans.Cons:Your investments are used as collateral, so if their value declines significantly, you may face a margin call (requiring additional funds or securities).Interest rates can vary and may be higher than traditional loans depending on the lender and your creditworthiness.Securities-Based Line of Credit (SBLOC):Description: Similar to margin loans, SBLOCs use your securities (stocks, ETFs) as collateral, but they typically provide more flexibility and may not trigger margin calls as easily.Pros:Allows for ongoing access to funds as long as your collateral remains sufficient.Interest rates may be competitive.Cons:Similar risks of potential margin calls if the value of your securities drops significantly.Terms and interest rates can vary widely among lenders.Comparison with 401(k) Loans:401(k) Loans:Description: Borrowing from your 401(k) allows you to access funds without selling investments, using your retirement savings as collateral.Pros:Typically low interest rates.No credit check required.Interest paid on the loan goes back into your 401(k) account.Cons:Usually capped at a percentage of your vested balance (commonly up to 50% or $50,000).If you leave your job, the loan may need to be repaid immediately or could be considered a taxable distribution.Potential opportunity cost of missing out on market gains if funds are withdrawn from investments.Other Alternatives:Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC):Description: If you own a home with equity, a HELOC allows you to borrow against that equity at typically lower interest rates than unsecured loans.Pros:Lower interest rates compared to other types of loans.Interest may be tax-deductible if used for home improvements (consult a tax advisor).Cons:Your home serves as collateral, so failure to repay could result in foreclosure.Personal Loans:Description: Unsecured personal loans can be used for various purposes, including investing, but typically have higher interest rates than loans secured by collateral.Pros:No collateral required.Funds can be used for any purpose.Cons:Higher interest rates and stricter eligibility criteria based on creditworthiness.I am a loan officer and we do some of the loans stated above.
Jimmy Rojas Anyone here concentrates in buying/selling empty land
28 June 2024 | 3 replies
Im located in Phx,Az and its common here to still see empty dirt land in prime areas of city, as an example, my father who knows next to nothing about real estate purchased a 7k sqft gated dirt land  in the city 3yrs ago for $35k cash, was planning to invest in it but it was too much hassle for him so recently he sold it for $140k .What's a good way to find good deals on empty dirt land  in the city or close by, does mls offer this search option.
Joseph Warren New Investor Looking for Connections!
28 June 2024 | 1 reply
I look forward to posting updates soon about any deals that I can bring to close along with what I've learned from each one of them along the way!