
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?

30 April 2024 | 7 replies
BUT you can skip the income piece, as "qualifying" will be based on rents received, not your personal income.
29 April 2024 | 3 replies
Real estate is a long-term game, and if you bought it earlier, then it works out fine.

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?

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).

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,

29 April 2024 | 7 replies
We see CRTs as an end game for some investors who have already competed one or several 1031s.

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.

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.

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.