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Zach Ranney New In The Investing World
19 February 2024 | 6 replies
Are we talking $100k or $20kNote that the appraisal is based off the work you put into it and won't be based off market comps for a few years so you are really limited pulling out your capital till 5-6 years and the max LTV for a cash out refi is 75% if you are owner occupied and sign another 1 year occupancy agreement
Edward Messer Is 14% ever worth it?
20 February 2024 | 15 replies
So, join some of those Indy based real estate groups on Facebook.  
Lars Leweck Higher Inflation Delays Rate Cuts, Impacts Real Estate in 2024
20 February 2024 | 6 replies
Housing is approximately 35% of cpi (inflation number)Housing while it’s based on current rents is lagging based on how it’s calculated.So to get to 2% inflation what do you think has to go down???
Daniel K Houck Does the BP podcast have anything for the truly average American?
22 February 2024 | 21 replies
If you don't have the "dough" you don't have the "go".Based on what you are saying you will need 20% down payment for a rental + closing costs + operating reserves (in cash).Most people will not have this--some will do what they need to do to get it--some will not, some can not.A good first step might be to save up as much as you can for a year in a special savings account--by living frugally for 12 months.Then explore down payment assistance programs in your area for first time home buyers of a primary residence--if you qualify (and the home is in a good area for your 'Family" vs Gunshot Alley, then buy a home for yourself and your family.Getting on the track of being a homeowner will give you some additional strength, after a few years of ownership, re-asses your situation.Or work 2 jobs and save the 20% down, closing costs and operating capital you will need, but if you do that and your wife divorces you for it, then you will be in a worse situation than you are now.In the mean time, [1] read Rich Dad Poor Dad, and [2] have fun with your family doing things together (while you have the time), rent a boat for an afternoon, go on a pic-nick, hike in the woods, etc...
Lon Sierra 2 units, only 1 meter! How to set monthly fee?
19 February 2024 | 6 replies
Pay the bill yourself, then reimburse yourself by charging the tenants based on a formula.
Robert-Lee Pass So Ive got this Deal Right ... What do you think? Need Advice
19 February 2024 | 5 replies
I was mainly focused on the Class A but they are 175K more for 2-300 sq ft + garages and only get 200$ more per rent per side (this is a 2023 duplex - No garages 3/2/0 1100sq ft per side. these are day 1 numbers with base case rents (rents on a class b are supportable by section 8 where as the other more expensive units would be too much for the same 3/2 .
George Carter International real estate equity sharing concept
19 February 2024 | 12 replies
Investing internationally is a huge opportunity, especially now that the US model based on cheap debt is kinda broken, but investors need to know what they're doing or they need to work with people who know what they're doing.
Aidan Cullinan Buying a piece of land with ONLY a garage on it to rent out. Good idea, or bad idea?
19 February 2024 | 1 reply
After running the numbers, I would cash flow about $200 a month, based on no vacancies.
Kelvin Ng Private lending through LLC or Personal?
20 February 2024 | 13 replies
It's interesting what people will do in acts of desparation.In my experience, lenders (specifically private lenders) will do what they can to work with a borrower to avoid foreclosure, which is a costly endeavor for the lender and requires time to process, usually months and months, depending on your state.Also, while an LLC is often considered a safeguard to protect personal assets, a lender using an LLC for multiple loans may have a substantial value to their LLC, which could all be at risk.Finally, if the wrongful foreclosure suit is legitimate and based on an error by the lender themselves, an attorney could logically sue both the LLC and the individual.
Mario J Perez Looking for help with DSCR Loans
20 February 2024 | 6 replies
Loan approval is mostly based on projected rental income, similar to commercial properties.Disadvantages - higher interest rates and can be a riskier investment.