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Joel Barjon Refinance my rental property
14 February 2025 | 24 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 = 1.23If a purchase, you also generally need reserves / savings to show you have 3-6 month payments of PITIA (principal / interest (mortgage payment), property taxes and insurance and HOA (if applicable).
Karla Garcia First Deal: Build from Scratch or Flip an Existing Home?
28 February 2025 | 12 replies
All the buying the lot process, financing, permits, days on the market, etc and all other times associated
Connor Chatlos Hello All - My Introduction!
10 February 2025 | 9 replies
I have experience as a Residential agent in Denver, CO and as a commercial Leasing Associate in Chicago, IL.I am planning to purchase my first rental home here in the next year or so and make it my primary residence.
Mayank Jain Inconsistencies across Mortgage lender processes for pre-approvals
21 February 2025 | 9 replies
If you provide your credit score, purchase price,  estimated down payment, property type, occupancy type and desired term, then most lenders should be able to provide you with their current interest rate, any associated points or lender credits for the rate provided, and their total origination fees.   
Bruno P. Screening Fee amount (is it OK to charge more than $25 in WI?)
10 February 2025 | 6 replies
I am on the board of the RPA (Rental Property Association of Wisconsin, a non-profit) and typically hear if things like this are an issue from our members or attorneys.
Shaun Ortiz Thinking a lot about the BRRRR strategy lately... 🔄🏡
21 February 2025 | 10 replies
To me, that can be done in many asset classes, but I think most people associate it (nowadays) with single family residential investing.
Anton Kharcheuka Sell or upgrade?
21 February 2025 | 3 replies
Leverage magnifies return. 3) The effort involved in adding an ADU is comparable or larger than a rehab associated with a BRRRR.
Duane A. Snow Looking to purchase first rental..... Do would anyone recommend MTR or STR?
25 February 2025 | 21 replies
I gave a presentation on this exact topic at the Rental Property Association of Wisconsin Annual Convention last year, and the key takeaway was that all rental strategies have their merits, but you need to know what you’re signing up for.
Nate Williams How to do your first “not live in” deal
19 February 2025 | 4 replies
You don't need to use your own capital or credit.Lower risk: Since you're not buying the property yourself, you're not taking on the risks associated with ownership, like vacancies or repairs.4.
Jaheen Ahsan Attracting Roommates Who are Okay with Not Having Alcohol
4 February 2025 | 7 replies
Any social groups which are associated with it, etc?