24 October 2011 | 6 replies
I'm hoping what happened in Iraq is sustainable.
22 October 2011 | 11 replies
I have been involved with several funds and even have co-written them with a partner that used to teach how to create syndication's and funds on the college level.What I do know is that you need to be very careful on every single little issue or you are creating an unnecessary long term liability where, should anyone complain, or heaven forbid not be satisfied with the return and put your fund under a microscope - how will it look to them?
19 February 2012 | 16 replies
So I'm missing the point of this,is this to get content and keywords in a site for SEO reasons, or just to create new posts, or what?
30 October 2011 | 19 replies
Not all REOs are created equally either.
10 November 2011 | 31 replies
Everything else makes sense... you're using them to be able to make cash offers and then getting out in a year or two.Also, how did you create a list of private investors?
25 November 2011 | 27 replies
This is due to 1)the loan combined with 2)the management, this creates a cross over precedence where a good litigator can argue it is a false veil.
2 August 2012 | 25 replies
I create my deals, they are not found.
15 November 2011 | 8 replies
As a wholesaler I'm trying to create more value for my business and making the process of purchasing a home from me as easy as possible, I'm thinking about paying for an inspection(my best friends dad has a certified inspection company and he will charge me $125 on homes less that 2,000 sqft)so the buyer will know exactly what's wrong with the property.
1 November 2011 | 1 reply
Here's was my Pre-Purchase Checklist when I first started:Upon Contract AcceptanceEnsure Access to Property: * Make Copy of Property Key(s) * Purchase New Lockbox * Place Key(s) in Lockbox and Install at Property (hidden)If Certified Funds are Required for EM: * Get Certified Funds for EM from Bank * Submit Certified Funds to AgentIf Financing the Purchase: * Send Contract to Loan Officer * Provide Loan Officer Property Info * Connect Loan Officer with RE Agent Info * Have Loan Officer Schedule Appraisal * Make sure Loan Officer Knows Anticipated Closing DateDue DiligenceInspections: * Turn On Utilities for Inspection (water, gas, electric) * Schedule Termite Inspection * Schedule Property Inspection * Attend Inspection and Take Notes for “Scope of Work” * Get Final Inspection Report and Review for “Scope of Work” * Get Termite Letter/Pest Inspection ReportContractor Prep: * Create Scope of Work * Create Materials List * Determine Which Contractors Are Needed: * GC * HVAC * Roofer * Electrician * Plumber * Pest/Termite Control * Painter * Landscaper * Carpenter * Schedule GC Walk-Through(s) * Get Contractor QuotesPurchase Decision: * Perform Final Financial Analysis Using Estimates/Quotes * Perform Both Flip and Rental Analysis * Make Go/No-Go Decision on PurchaseUpon Contingency FinalizationFinal Purchase Prep: * Get Closing Date from Lender/Agent * Arrange Landlord Insurance Policy * If Financing, Connect Insurance Agent with Loan Officer * Follow-Up on Appraisal with Lender * Choose a General Contractor * Choose Sub-Contractors (if no GC) * Determine Exit Strategy * Create Rehab Schedule (if no GC) * Create Final BudgetPrior to ClosingFinal Loan and Closing Prep: * Obtain and Review HUD-1 * Obtain and Review GFE (if financing) * Ensure Loan is Ready for Closing (if financing) * Get Certified Funds for Closing * Determine How to Hold Title * Get Partnership Agreement Documents Signed (if partnering)Upon ClosingDay of Closing: * Get Keys * Change Property Tax Records to Home Address * Get GC and Sub Contracts/Docs Signed * Arrange GC and Sub Start Dates
4 November 2011 | 16 replies
Then, with the basement finish out - you have added value to create a 4th bedroom (or media room, game room, office, whatever)