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10 November 2024 | 4 replies
Given these factors, is it worth losing some cash flow by refinancing to a conventional loan, or should I explore other options?
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13 November 2024 | 12 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).
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21 November 2024 | 39 replies
Agreed there are so many factors to consider.
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12 November 2024 | 15 replies
To help assess each pet, we use a service called PetScreening, which rates pets based on various factors.
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4 November 2024 | 1 reply
Historical data shows housing prices have averaged 4.84% growth during election years since 1987, but the specific policies of each candidate could significantly influence future market dynamics.Vice President Harris will likely focus on supply-side solutions, representing a continuation of Biden administration policies, emphasizes affordable housing expansion through several key initiatives:1.
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13 November 2024 | 13 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).
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10 November 2024 | 1 reply
Flexibility and patience are essential when external factors, like nearby construction, affect demand.
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14 November 2024 | 25 replies
I would suggest anyone considering web developer to build a site to take this crucial factor into consideration.
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9 November 2024 | 3 replies
She may need to file a gift tax return for the $31,000 gift depending on other factors.
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8 November 2024 | 4 replies
The only paperwork I have with this is the paperwork from our closing showing this.Renovation Costs: Since my grandmother paid for both the purchase and the renovations, how would this factor into a partition action or any buyout?