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Andrea Lucarelli Furnished Mid-term rental investing - corporate, travel medical
29 January 2025 | 21 replies
We are BRRRRing it and we’re originally going to rent traditionally, however we decided to look into it as an Airbnb, and when we put in current loan rates which will be near or at 7% when we are ready, we’d only cash flow about $150 a month 😱, but as an Airbnb our projections are around $1,300 cash in our pockets monthly. 💰 At this point is a no brainer 🧠 and we know if it doesn’t work out or we don’t like doing it we can always revert to a traditional rental. 
Kyle Lipko Residential Single Family Home
19 January 2025 | 0 replies
We used traditional means, like Zillow to find the property.
Mark Daniels Advice on borrowing against a paid off Commercial property to buy an additional one.
18 January 2025 | 8 replies
Yes but you will need to look for a local commercial bank to facilitate a HELOC or try a commercial lender for a traditional cash out loan.
Shannon Hartzell I need a creative loan for an investment property
27 January 2025 | 5 replies
Alternatively, a private or hard money loan could provide faster funding if traditional lending timelines don’t work, with the option to refinance once the build is complete.
Jerryian Francois CA N I US E A 203 K To Fund A Rehab In
30 January 2025 | 8 replies
Just make sure to fully understand the loan terms, especially the interest rate and repayment schedule, so there are no surprises.2.Condition of the Property: If the property isn’t in really rough shape and you were able to get insurance on it using a 4-point inspection and wind mitigation, you might even qualify for traditional funding options like FHA, Conventinal, VA, a cash-out refinance or a home equity line of credit (HELOC).
Mitch Smith How Tiered Returns Has Helped Us Structure Our Private Lending Deals
17 January 2025 | 3 replies
Encourages Larger Investments: By offering higher returns at higher tiers, you incentivize investors to allocate more capital to your projects.Builds Long-Term Relationships: Investors appreciate being rewarded for deeper commitments, which helps foster trust and repeat business.Scales with Your Business: This structure can align with the complexity or scale of your projects, ensuring that you have the resources you need while staying competitive in the market.Key Benefits to InvestorsSecurity: Deals can be secured by tangible assets, such as a deed of trust or promissory note, providing peace of mind.Flexibility: Payments can be structured to suit the investor’s needs—monthly, quarterly, or upon project completion.Attractive Returns: With returns starting at 15%, investors often see better yields than traditional investment vehicles, like stocks or mutual funds.How We’ve Implemented ThisThis structure works particularly well for our large renovation or development projects where multiple investors may be involved.
Account Closed Will a seller financed deal show up on buyers credit or considered on debt to income?
14 January 2025 | 7 replies
My wife and I have obtained three traditional loans and one lease with the option to purchase, resulting in most banks turning us down based on debt to income (non-portfolio lenders). 
Kevin Green The Power of Joint Ventures
6 February 2025 | 7 replies
The Role of Private Lenders in Joint Ventures- Private lenders provide the necessary capital to fund JV deals, often filling gaps that traditional financing can’t. - The advantages of working with private lenders: - Faster access to funds compared to banks. - Flexible terms tailored to the specific deal. - Ability to leverage their network and experience in real estate. - Private lenders are not just sources of capital but can also be strategic partners who bring value to the table. 3.
Monty Alston Need creative advice to pull equity out of my home ?
18 January 2025 | 15 replies
Without going into too much detail, my current situation stems from selling a previous company via partial owner financing, only for the new owner to default on the purchase, leaving me in this position.For traditional financing, I understand I’ll need at least one, if not two, years of solid credit history, tax filings, and other financial documentation.
Tyler Walley Getting Started in Short Term Rentals
1 February 2025 | 11 replies
If you're purchasing a single family home you can use traditional financing like you probably did on your house or you can do a commercial loan.