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6 February 2024 | 3 replies
.$690k - $336k = $354kDown payment = $354k x 25% = $88.5kThe house looks like it was bought at $450k, so I am assuming that I will need to come up with around:$690k - $450k = $240k cash in addition to the down payment, Bringing the total to: $328.5k for cash to seller and as 25% down-payment based on the above.I hope I got all of the calculations correct, and honestly, the more I dive into it, the more I don't understand.
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7 February 2024 | 3 replies
I'd love to see if anyone else has any additional tips on this topic!
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6 February 2024 | 14 replies
Welcome to BP - this is a well explored topic here and understandable in a HCOL area as Boston.
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7 February 2024 | 3 replies
Additionally, I am a General Contractor in the City of Chicago, and I help rehabilitate properties for my clients.
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5 February 2024 | 10 replies
Additionally, there are small pockets and areas in Gwinnett that offer some flexibility for novice investors to enter the fix-and-flip game at lower prices with good profit potential.If you're interested in exploring these options further or need assistance in evaluating potential deals, feel free to DM me.
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7 February 2024 | 8 replies
The addition of a Ground Fault Interrupter negates the need for a ground wire.
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7 February 2024 | 28 replies
@Ryan Judy, I am not sure about the code and zoning restrictions in your jurisdiction, but from my experience on similar projects in NYC sprinklers were required among many other additions.
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7 February 2024 | 12 replies
So in addition to pulling the money out and it’s return you may need to think about the cash flow logistics too.
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7 February 2024 | 11 replies
Then the remaining balance of $3250 can be paid out over the remaining five months of coverage at $650/Mo.My plan is to pitch this offer to my potential client with 2 months free of coverage and 2 free monthly visits included in our contract agreement, saving them an estimated $3000 or more in additional expenses.
7 February 2024 | 9 replies
In addition in virtually all markets the 1% rule no longer works at a reliable profit indicator at high LTV.