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Benjamin Sulka Are my reserves too high for a house hack deal?
1 May 2024 | 22 replies
.)- 10% for future property management -10% for vacancy-10% for CapEx-5% for repairs and maintenance-5% for lawn and grounds keeping-0.5% of purchase price for PMI based on my credit score For a house hack, is this too conservative?
Arman Tannu Financing Advice for Potential Triplex Deal
30 April 2024 | 7 replies
BUT you can skip the income piece, as "qualifying" will be based on rents received, not your personal income.
Bhavik Gorajiya Minimum family income to start real estate investment ?
29 April 2024 | 3 replies
Real estate is a long-term game, and if you bought it earlier, then it works out fine.
Ben Panfalone Landslide onto neighboring property
29 April 2024 | 4 replies
Did they deny this as an "Act of God", or were landslides specifically denied in the wording of the policy?
Yael Fuerst Tax question on refinancing
29 April 2024 | 3 replies
Debt is not taxable income, so there should be no taxes due.I'm no lender, but you will need an asset-based loan like DSCR (debt service coverage ratio). 
David Ounanian What financing options are available for real estate investors?
30 April 2024 | 2 replies
Here are some common financing options:Traditional Mortgage: Obtain financing from banks with a down payment, paying off over time with interest.Hard Money Loans: Short-term loans with higher interest rates, often from private investors, suitable for quick acquisitions or credit-challenged investors.Private Money Lenders: Individuals or groups offering direct loans, with terms negotiated privately.Seller Financing: Buyers make payments directly to sellers over an agreed period, with terms negotiated between parties.Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC): Borrow against existing property equity with a revolving credit line, typically offering flexibility.Real Estate Crowdfunding: Pool funds with other investors via online platforms for various real estate projects, offering diverse investment opportunities.1031 Exchange: Defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting sale proceeds into similar properties within a specific timeframe, useful for tax optimization.REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts): Invest indirectly in real estate through publicly traded companies, offering liquidity and diversification.Joint Ventures/Partnerships: Collaborate with other investors to share resources and risks, leveraging each other's strengths for larger projects.Subject To Financing: Buy a property subject to the existing mortgage that's in place on the property (doesn't get paid off when the property sells).Assumable Mortgage: Buy a property and assume the mortgage that the seller already has in place.Lease Option: Rent a property with the option to buy it prior to a later date.Debt Service Credit Ratio (DSCR): A loan approved based on the income potential of the propertyThese options cater to different investor needs, preferences, and financial situations, providing flexibility in real estate investment strategies.Thanks,
DJ Brooks Deferring taxes if 1031 doesn't work
29 April 2024 | 7 replies
We see CRTs as an end game for some investors who have already competed one or several 1031s. 
Joseph Ducharme New Investor in Charleston, SC
30 April 2024 | 12 replies
What Ive come across lately, though, is a lot of new investors who want to get in the game, but don't have the discretionary income needed to properly manage negative cashflow.
Rome Gal Bad or good investment? Hard Rock Hotel Room San Diego...
30 April 2024 | 18 replies
Keep in mind these numbers are rough and based on my memory of the few owners draw statements I've seen a few times and it's really a basic quite, two queen beds.
Tamera Muniz Mortgage company denied request to transfer property to LLC
1 May 2024 | 16 replies
Each structure has its pros and cons, so it's essential to evaluate them carefully based on your individual circumstances.Ultimately, navigating the transfer of a property to an LLC can be complex, especially when dealing with mortgage lenders' policies and requirements.