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Brandon Gidicsin Visiting Las Vegas week of 5/13
1 May 2024 | 1 reply
My name is Brandon and I am based in Connecticut.
Lonnie Perez Rookie Investor from San Francisco
2 May 2024 | 23 replies
I am a Real Estate Agent and investor based in Columbus but I personally grew up in Cleveland. 
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,
Nick Cascio Less than 2 years of consistant employment
30 April 2024 | 14 replies
The difference in pre-qualification between base pay vs overtime is significant enough for this to be a deal breaker.
Chantel Gaaskjolen Extending a lease MN
1 May 2024 | 7 replies
That might include pet policy changes, early termination fees, a fee for a service like a requested lock change.
Nathan Gesner Research Question - Red Flags when interviewing Property Managers?
30 April 2024 | 27 replies
Please elaborate on why each is essential and how they contribute to a company's overall performance and reliability.Similarly, provide a list of red flags or negative traits that indicate a subpar or potentially problematic property management company, with explanations on how these might negatively impact my real estate operations.Create a scoring or rating system that I can use to objectively evaluate and compare each property management company based on the traits and skills identified earlier.
Mike Romano Sellers have been unresponsive after contact was sign
2 May 2024 | 7 replies
Based on the information you provided, it would seem like you have no contractural obligations with the seller, and hence no recourse with the seller. 
Angie Castro Shared utilities for ADU
1 May 2024 | 9 replies
We then take the utility bills determine base rate split and usage rate. 
Augustin Calderon Most Tax Benefits? Renting Spare Room from a Primary Residence vs Investment Property
1 May 2024 | 4 replies
Do not provide substantial services 3. average stays of 7 days or less4. materially participate Primary Residence route:I presume that doing this route will:1) portray yourself less risky from a lender's perspective2) Less downpayment requirements.
Anthony Finger Local Market Feedback
2 May 2024 | 10 replies
Hey Anthony, I am a Real Estate Agent and investor based in Columbus and personally grew up in Cleveland .