Ken M.
“Short Sale Queen” indicted in mortgage fraud scheme (Creative Financing Gone Bad)
15 January 2025 | 1 reply
The two-count indictment charges them with conspiracy to commit wire fraud affecting a financial institution and conspiracy to submit false statements to a federally insured financial institution.
Micheal Smoke
I’m Mike Smoke, a new investor focused on multifamily and Section 8 housing.
31 January 2025 | 10 replies
I’m drawn to real estate not just for financial freedom but to build a legacy for my family while contributing positively to communities.
Dustin Wheeler
New member exploring real estate
23 January 2025 | 11 replies
I encourage you to define your financial goals, as real estate presents numerous possibilities.Building a strong foundation of knowledge and connections can significantly impact your success in real estate investing.
Josh Smith
HOA management in Pigeon Forge
31 January 2025 | 2 replies
Since I'm not a pigeon forge local, I also don't have a good feel for the appropriate cost of goods and services either.While I don't necessarily suspect anything nefarious from the management company, I don't now that our financial incentives are always well-aligned.
Caleb Mesquita
New to Real Estate/Looking to learn
16 January 2025 | 5 replies
Prioritize your financial stability.
Jed Butikofer
No more mortgage payment, but not yet FI/RE: How should I utilize these funds in REI?
20 January 2025 | 37 replies
Prioritize your financial stability.
Monty Alston
Need creative advice to pull equity out of my home ?
18 January 2025 | 15 replies
I’m also in the process of launching a new home inspection company, which I’m confident will help me get back on track financially.
Grant Shipman
Syndicators & Capital Raisers: Avoid SEC Trouble!!
1 February 2025 | 4 replies
You Can Only Have 35 Non-Accredited InvestorsRule 506(b) allows an unlimited number of accredited investors but restricts you to only 35 non-accredited investors.However, there’s a catch:Non-accredited investors must be financially sophisticated.They must have enough experience to evaluate the investment risks.From the SEC:“Securities may not be sold to more than 35 non-accredited investors… [who] must meet the legal standard of having sufficient knowledge and experience in financial and business matters to be capable of evaluating the merits and risks of the prospective investment.”If you’re planning to include non-accredited investors, make sure they qualify—or you could be violating SEC rules.3.
Gregory L.
Rent to preserve 2.5% mortgage
1 February 2025 | 3 replies
Or we gradually perform high-quality updates for a live-in flip, then roll the equity into a new home.Regarding rental income, we aim to boost income, lower our effective tax rate by generating more low tax-drag income with rental income (since there’s not much we can do to lower out W2 tax bills) and have retirement cash flow.To compare the financial impact over 10-20 years, we want to analyze renting versus flipping.
Stepan Hedz
Scaling a Distressed Property Portfolio: Strategies for High-Volume Investors
30 January 2025 | 0 replies
.- Creative Financing Solutions:Options like subject-to deals, seller financing, and syndications can lower capital requirements and increase your purchasing power while providing flexibility for properties with complex financial situations.4.