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Matt Randall Question about investing with a DSCR Loan
6 May 2024 | 9 replies
Underwriting items for DSCR loans include appraisal, credit report, liquidity verification, borrowing entity documents, landlord insurance verification, and whereapplicable lease, verification of rent and security deposit receipt, and property management agreement.DSCR lenders should never ask you for tax returns, W-2 income, pay stubs, or company financial statements.A good DSCR lender can fund your DSCR loan in under 30 days.Pro Number 2: Loan StructureDSCR loans are generally structured as thirty year term, fixed rate and fully amortizing, with LTV up to 80%.To increase cash flow and boost DSCR to qualify for a higher LTV, you can even structure with a five or ten year interest-only period where principal payments are made over the remaining portion of the 30 year term.Most DSCR lenders can fund your loan with DSCR as low as 1.0, though 1.1 is where you will find the best terms.A few DSCR lenders specialize in no and low seasoning cash out refi for rental property investors who use the BRRR strategy.Compare this to traditional banks which generally offer lower LTV, shorter term, higher DSCR requirement, and 6 months of seasoning.Pro Number 3: ReliabilityDSCR loans are a growing component of the multi trillion dollar institutional credit market.While DSCR loan origination volume is growing fast, it struggles to satisfy the demand from institutional investors such as insurance companies, pension funds and credit funds that buy DSCR loans.For this reason, as long as DSCR loan program guidelines for subject property and borrower are met, there is a very high probability that your loan will be fundedwithout delay.Compare this to banks which may subject you to months of underwriting before ultimately rejecting your loan application for reasons unrelated to your application.Con Number 1: Strict GuidelinesThe largest and healthiest part of the DSCR loan industry is 1 to 4 unit residential investment properties in non rural markets where the As Is value and the purchase price is one hundred thousand dollars or higher, and the guarantor's credit score is 680 or higher.If an element of your transaction does not fall within program guidelines, your loan will either be declined or require an exception which can cause delay.DSCR loan program guidelines are constantly evolving to adapt to the demands of borrowers and institutional investors, and to respond to market and risk.A good DSCR lender will knowledgeably and transparently communicate program guidelines, proactively communicate to identify potential issues, and set expectations in a clear and thoughtful manner.Con Number 2: ShenanigansThe DSCR loan industry is fast growing and loosely regulated, attracting loan brokers, private lenders and salesmen who are not knowledgable about program guidelines, not expert in structuring your loan to meet your specific goals, not capable of closing your loan in a timely manner, and not truthful or transparent about loan terms.Con Number 3: Higher interest ratesGiven the demand for DSCR loans from institutional credit investors, the credit spread or risk premium has decreased, making DSCR loan interest rates from the most competitive DSCR lenders nearly the same as bank loans and conventional investment property loans.We should include an asterisk on this con because it is not always true and may not be true in the future.
Antonio Easter Sober Living Rentals...
5 May 2024 | 5 replies
And some counties/cities might offer incentives for taking these on too.  
Lisa Burns What's it really like to be a commercial MF syndicator? Will I be sorry I tried?
6 May 2024 | 23 replies
It is not fair to unsophisticated investors to be offered syndication investments by groups or individuals who have less than 7 years experience (and that is being liberal) in real estate finance, operations and management, etc. 
Alexandra Joy Tenant asking for personal favors
4 May 2024 | 35 replies
I used to get asked to deliver beer and then I ended up having to call social services to have the guy removed.
Keith Davighi Which AirBNB estimator do you like the best?
3 May 2024 | 14 replies
@Keith Davighi I like speaking directly with Property managers that have many units under service in the communities you are looking at.
Jake Posner Looking to buy first rental property
5 May 2024 | 41 replies
15-20% cashflow ROI when buying for myself.Turnkey offered at 8% or higher depending on volume for solid B class is good buying IMOAs you know, for us like yourself on the ground the deals can get incredible.Just trying to get a 6 unit across the line for $160,000.A class area in Toledo and needs around $50,000 rehab.Current rent's are below market at $3,250 and will fix and increase to $4,500pmStupid good numbers lol
Cole Oliver Question About Raising Rent
6 May 2024 | 12 replies
Offering current tenants a better rate for a year is a thoughtful approach that may encourage them to stay while still allowing you to increase your overall revenue.
Alba Cheung need help to do eviction. 1st time
3 May 2024 | 10 replies
My most recent eviction was last fall :)Take a few hours to search for/read through eviction process in Georgia, the clerk of court is often helpful in filling out forms (but they will not offer legal advice).Just being late will not be enough to get an eviction, she will need to be in arrears.
Evan Alexakos How to go about buying first-property? Found one but have never purchased before
4 May 2024 | 2 replies
In terms of buying, you would need to make an offer.
Gurgagn Chand First-time Out of State BRRRR
2 May 2024 | 5 replies
I was able to offer quick closing to help the seller out in offloading the property.