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2 February 2022 | 9 replies
When you know you want to secure a hard money loan (and then refinance later) do you reach out to these lenders ahead of time or after you have a deal in contract?
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1 February 2022 | 1 reply
. $1000 security deposit.
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1 February 2022 | 2 replies
Return the security deposit portion with an itemized statement in accordance with local laws.
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3 March 2022 | 6 replies
As you have not received the rental assistance yet, I'd give them the 'bill' for the whole thing spelled out (security deposit less damages less rent owed).
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10 February 2022 | 13 replies
I am working on securing owner occupied (VA in this case) financing with a low rate, 0% down, and a 30-year term.
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27 February 2022 | 5 replies
A consultant that is separate from your securities attorney can help you navigate this, but a competent securities attorney can help as well.
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2 February 2022 | 0 replies
Due to seller's financial needs however, a full cash-out offer was ultimately agreed upon, and a conventional commercial loan with a 10 year term amortized over 25 years with 27% down was secured.
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6 February 2022 | 2 replies
But what am I supposed to do in this situation that I'm in where I feel like I have no security that he has my best interests at heart?
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4 February 2022 | 3 replies
They secure the money they lend to you with the asset.
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10 April 2022 | 7 replies
I secured the HELOC and have been actively hunting for our first deal (my dad and I).