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Lisa Zoubi Financing on a second, vacation property
29 April 2024 | 13 replies
Do I just use a hard money lender?
Jake Burkons What card to get at 18 years old for a young real estate investor
29 April 2024 | 11 replies
However, an airline card that will give you an intro bonus, has no transaction fees and can help you build points to go back and forth from home could be attractive.There are millions of credit cards out there, the nerd in me would make a simple spreadsheet to compare them. 
Account Closed Subject To vs Wraps Similarities and Differences Part 1
29 April 2024 | 7 replies
.: Subject To and Wraps are very similar and yet, very different.Subject To & Wraps share these characteristics You are taking over payment of the mortgage and transferring the property into your name You become the owner The loan does not get paid off The lender can and sometimes will call the Due on Sale You have to have money or credit to solve a Due on Sale call They are used when someone doesn’t have much equity and doesn’t want to pay a real estate agent They are used when the seller wants to sell fast They are used when the property isn’t really a good candidate for the MLS because of the condition of the property They are used when It’s a unique property and it’s hard to find comps They are used when it’s a distressed situation that needs to be resolved They are used when the monthly payment is below market rate (that means it cash flows) They are used when the seller wants to avoid the hassles of listingSubject To & Wraps Differences In a Subject To, NO new mortgage is created.
Rahpheal Hunter Comparing Direct Marketing companies
27 April 2024 | 2 replies

Does any one have experience with direct mail marketing companies like Wise Pelican, ReminderMedia or Mailchimp?Im looking to create 8X8 (8 post cards in 8 week) marketing campaign where the company compiles the list ...

Rob Leet Introduction - Charlotte market
30 April 2024 | 5 replies
It is always a good idea to have a great network of lenders.
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,
Jack Honroth Staring Out - Atlanta
29 April 2024 | 7 replies
Lenders will want to see 6 months to a years worth of mortgage payments in reserves after closing.
Wes Foster BRRRR in Galveston, TX
29 April 2024 | 0 replies
We used a hard cap lender that financed the purchase as well as the rehab loan.
Natasha Norregaard Need to refi 3 vacation rentals
29 April 2024 | 8 replies
Shopping for lenders to refi 3 vacation rentals in Galveston, TX.
Jeff Daring Requirements for conventional - using income from rental
29 April 2024 | 9 replies
I want to avoid a situation where a lender is telling me I’m prequalified and then there is a hiccup once we get under contract.