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Jeffrey Baxter Sole Proprietor carpenter / builder
29 May 2021 | 4 replies
Using BP book, Raising Private Capital, Matt Faircloth page 34, The One Page Business Plan, by Jim Horan.I look forward to using this invaluable tool, to buy-hold distressed single and multi-family properties.BP highly recommends refining business posts on Facebook, Linkedin, website, etc.Would you please suggest favorite groups that relate to investing in real estate.Cheers,Jeffrey Baxter
Reza Rostami How to learn Fix and Flip
25 May 2021 | 2 replies
Through the last couple of month, in addition to studying on the license I developed my knowledge of several real estate-related apps and software so when I am asking for an opportunity I would have something to offer as well, such as: Matterport, Inc (for making 3-D renderings of assets so that prospective buyers may take virtual tours)Repair Estimator Plus (for estimating the costs and expenses associated with each deal)Follow up boss (for centralizing communication)Cloud attract (for building landing pages)Wise agent (for email automation)LionDesk (for recording and embedding videos into emails and texts)Spacio (for digitizing open house sign-in forms) PalmAgent One (for estimating closing costs)Disclosures.io (for organizing and sharing disclosures)Dotloop (for signing offers and closing documents)Looking forward to hearing back from you.Best regards,Reza Rostamnezhad
Wes Franco First Time Investor/Owner in Ultra-Expensive Market
28 May 2021 | 8 replies
Just markets that have low rent relative to purchase price. 
Bennie Leija Realtors Are Lacking Skills In Customer Service
30 May 2021 | 13 replies
I have learned that referrals are not always true and I need to vett the individuals/realtors out properly and better.I have also learned that I need to breakdown my designs into a format spreadsheet report that captures all associated costs related to details in the beginning stages and not wait on my realtor to ask for the report.
Eric Veium Require Covid Vaccine for Multiunit Property?
12 August 2021 | 13 replies
Everyone on the property is concerned about health and safety related to Covid and we are all vaccinated, except for the kids.
Baird King House cleaners for tenants?
25 May 2021 | 4 replies
We are in an expensive area (Santa Barbara, CA) where the cost for cleaning services is minimal relative to the rent prices, so I can't imagine many tenants would quarrel over this, especially if it is included in the rent.
Matt Wells Does using a portfolio line of credit affect DTI ratio?
27 May 2021 | 9 replies
If you have any doubts....here's the exact verbiage from Fannie Mae:B3-4.3-15, Borrowed Funds Secured by an Asset IntroductionThis topic contains information on borrowed funds secured by an asset, including:• Borrowed Funds Secured by an Asset• Secured Loans as Debt• Reducing the Asset by the Amount Borrowed• Documentation RequirementsBorrowed Funds Secured by an AssetBorrowed funds secured by an asset are an acceptable source of funds for the down payment, closing costs, and reserves, since borrowed funds secured by an asset represent a return of equity.Assets that may be used to secure funds include automobiles, artwork, collectibles, real estate, or financial assets, such as savings accounts, certificates of deposit, stocks, bonds, and 401(k) accounts.Secured Loans as DebtWhen qualifying the borrower, the lender must consider monthly payments for secured loans as a debt.If a secured loan does not require monthly payments, the lender must calculate an equivalent amount and consider that amount as a recurring debt.When loans are secured by the borrower’s financial assets, monthly payments for the loan do not have to be considered as long-term debt.Reducing the Asset by the Amount BorrowedIf the borrower uses the same financial asset as part of his or her financial reserves, the lender must reduce the value of the asset by the amount of proceeds and related fees for the secured loan.Documentation RequirementsThe lender must document the following:• the terms of the secured loan,• evidence that the party providing the secured loan is not a party to the sale, and• evidence that the funds have been transferred to the borrower
Martina Viteri Is it possible to invest in real estate with no money at all?
27 May 2021 | 13 replies
However, that is relative to where you want to buy, the market, and the type of property.
Craig J. My Newest Profitable Flip
17 June 2021 | 1 reply
Well a relative offered me her 2 br/1 bth home at a price I could not turn down.
Bianca Cadogan Creative Financing for a first time home buyer
29 May 2021 | 2 replies
@Bianca CadoganI suggest you search for related keyword, I'm sure you'll find some good content and will learn few strategies on the forum, articles, podcasts!