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25 January 2024 | 29 replies
@Chris Seveney I love where you're going with this, and the IRR, but I'm not sure I followed your spitball, but I'm trying to recreate what you said below with a calculator. :)Ok, here's what I've got so far based on everyone's observations. - Best way to view this is to compare the returns to if we invested $100k in a property.
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30 December 2020 | 6 replies
The largest was two 108x54 Pella picture windows that was a Lowes return for $175 each.
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9 September 2021 | 11 replies
Downtown Raleigh lies southeast of the Research Triangle Park ("RTP") which is the largest research park in the U.S. situated in between three Tier-1 universities.
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1 March 2017 | 78 replies
They were thrilled to get that amended return filed haThe amount of items I need to "force" my software to do (to recreate how the return was originally filed )...because it wants to not let me...because it's so wrong blows my mind.
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26 January 2024 | 16 replies
But, I started my appraisal career as a deputy assessor in the largest assessor's office in the country (Los Angeles, CA).
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25 January 2024 | 19 replies
The gross income is the largest "lever" you can pull so make sure its realistic/accurate.
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25 January 2024 | 1 reply
., a mortgage) to increase the potential return on an investment.Lien: A legal right or interest in a property held by a creditor as security for a debt.Like-Kind Exchange: A tax-deferred exchange of one investment property for another, as defined in Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code.Listing Agreement: A contract between a property owner and a real estate agent or broker, authorizing the agent to represent and market the property.Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio: The ratio of the mortgage loan amount to the appraised value of the property, expressed as a percentage.Lock-In Period: A specified period during which a borrower cannot refinance or repay a mortgage without incurring penalties.Lot Line: The boundary separating one property from another.Low-E Glass: Low-emissivity glass designed to minimize heat transfer and improve energy efficiency in windows.Market Analysis: Evaluation of local real estate market conditions to make informed investment decisions.Market Value: The estimated value of a property in the current market conditions.Master Plan: A comprehensive long-term plan for land use and development within a community.MLS (Multiple Listing Service): A database of real estate listings shared among real estate professionals.Mortgage: A loan used to finance the purchase of real estate, with the property serving as collateral.Mortgage Broker: A professional who connects borrowers with lenders and helps facilitate mortgage transactions.Mortgage Insurance: Insurance that protects the lender in case the borrower defaults on the mortgage.Mortgage Note: A legal document outlining the terms and conditions of a mortgage loan.Multiple Dwelling Unit (MDU): A building containing multiple separate living spaces, such as apartments or condominiums.Negative Amortization: A situation where loan payments are insufficient to cover the interest, resulting in the unpaid interest being added to the loan balance.Net Operating Income (NOI): The total income generated by a property minus operating expenses, excluding debt service and income taxes.Non-Recourse Loan: A loan where the borrower is not personally liable for repayment and the lender's only recourse is the collateral.Notary Public: An official authorized to witness and certify signatures on legal documents.Notice of Default (NOD): A formal notice filed by a lender indicating that a borrower is in default on their mortgage.Offer: A proposal made by a buyer to purchase a property, including the proposed purchase price and terms.Open House: A scheduled period during which a property is available for viewing by potential buyers.Option Fee: A fee paid by a buyer to secure the option to purchase a property within a specified time frame.Origination Fee: A fee charged by a lender for processing a mortgage loan application.Owner Financing: A purchase arrangement where the seller provides financing to the buyer.Parcel Number: A unique identifier assigned to a specific piece of land for legal and administrative purposes.Planned Unit Development (PUD): A type of residential development with a combination of housing, commercial, and recreational spaces.Points: Fees paid to a lender at closing in exchange for a lower interest rate on a mortgage.Pre-Approval: A preliminary approval from a lender indicating the borrower's creditworthiness and the maximum loan amount.Prepayment Penalty: A fee charged by a lender if a borrower pays off a mortgage loan before the scheduled maturity date.Principal: The original amount of money borrowed in a mortgage loan, excluding interest.Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI): Insurance that protects the lender in case of default, typically required for conventional loans with a down payment below 20%.Promissory Note: A legal document containing a borrower's promise to repay a specified amount to a lender under certain terms.Property Management: The oversight and operation of real estate properties on behalf of the owner.Purchase Agreement: A legally binding contract outlining the terms and conditions of a property sale.Quiet Title: Legal action taken to establish or confirm ownership of a property.Real Estate Agent: A licensed professional who represents buyers or sellers in real estate transactions.Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT): A company that owns, operates, or finances income-generating real estate.Real Property: Land and anything permanently attached to it, including buildings.Refinance: The process of replacing an existing mortgage with a new one, often to obtain better terms or rates.Rent Control: Government regulations limiting the amount by which landlords can increase rents on residential properties.Rent-to-Own: An arrangement where a tenant has the option to purchase the rented property after a specified period.Resale Value: The estimated value of a property upon resale in the future.Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (RMBS): Securities backed by residential mortgages.Reverse Mortgage: A financial product that allows homeowners aged 62 or older to convert home equity into cash.Right of First Refusal: The right to match an offer before a property is sold to someone else.Second Mortgage: A subordinate mortgage taken out on a property that already has a primary mortgage.Seller's Agent: A real estate agent representing the seller in a transaction.Seller's Disclosure: A document where the seller discloses known defects or issues with the property.Short Sale: A sale of real estate where the proceeds fall short of the balance owed on the property's loan.Survey: A measurement of a property's boundaries and features.Tax Lien: A claim against a property for unpaid taxes.Title: A legal term referring to ownership of a property.Title Company: A company that examines and insures title to a property.Title Insurance: Insurance that protects against financial loss due to defects in title.Title Search: An examination of public records to verify a property's ownership history.Transfer Tax: A tax imposed on the transfer of real property.Underwriting: The process of evaluating a borrower's creditworthiness and risk in mortgage lending.VA Loan: A mortgage loan guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs for eligible veterans and service members.Vacancy Rate: The percentage of time a rental property is unoccupied, affecting overall rental income.Vendor Take-Back Mortgage: A financing arrangement where the seller provides part or all of the mortgage financing to the buyer.Walk-Through: A final inspection of a property before the closing to ensure it's in the agreed-upon condition.Wholesaling: A real estate investment strategy where an investor contracts to buy a property and then sells the contract to another buyer for a profit without taking ownership.Wraparound Mortgage: A financing arrangement where a new mortgage "wraps around" an existing mortgage on the property.Yield: The return on an investment, often expressed as a percentage.Zoning: Government regulations that control the use of land and the types of structures that can be built.Zoning Ordinance: Local laws or regulations that specify the permitted uses of land and the requirements for development.This dictionary includes a wide range of real estate terms, covering various aspects of the industry.
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26 January 2024 | 20 replies
@Gail W. agreed, I met a developer recently, he says he refinances his properties which are in LLCs, then takes that money for recreational purposes in his own name, to essentially use for vacations etc.
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9 May 2021 | 17 replies
As the 3rd largest Metropolitan Statistic Area (MSA), there's a lot to explore with respect to where you want to lay your head at night.
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20 September 2023 | 22 replies
This is the largest private investment in state history.