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Karen F. LVP over very thin, hard carpet?
8 January 2025 | 3 replies
I don't think the LVP will feel right with carpet underneath and it's not a sound installation practice to have that buffer layer there.
Lilia Matlov Investment needs to focus on the quality and potential of real estate
27 December 2024 | 8 replies
That experience taught me to always overestimate CapEx and vacancy buffers... it’s much easier to sleep at night when you’ve got those cushions in place.From what I’ve read in Bloomberg, these challenges aren’t unique, especially with rising rates.
Guillermo Perez Rate my first BRRRR
8 January 2025 | 22 replies
Future deals should include a 10-15% buffer for unexpected rehab costs.- You should consider some other lenders.
Jeffrey A. Should I use a HELOC for first my first flip or find other means?
4 January 2025 | 8 replies
If you're confident in the flip and have a contingency buffer, a HELOC can work.
Joe Pierson The Correct Funding
24 December 2024 | 6 replies
Ensure your flip profits exceed the LOC costs, maintain a financial buffer, and compare it to private or hard money loans.
Sunny Wu Tenant wants to break lease 8 months early
6 January 2025 | 6 replies
It also gives them a bit of a buffer if there are delays with their new place closing. 
Justin Smith noise complaints - couple fighting - NEED ADVISE
2 January 2025 | 10 replies
It's your job to create a buffer between the tenants before they start fighting as well.
Travis Mullenix Aloha Capital Reviews?
27 December 2024 | 27 replies
Some hard money lenders lend at pretty high LTVs, leaving little equity buffer to protect your principal.
Jamie Parker Vacant Lot Purchase
8 January 2025 | 7 replies
.)- All in Cost = Cost to build * Square foot  - Sales Price = All in Cost + (All in cost * 20%)* Covers contractor and soft cost on either fee based or cost+- Profit = (Sales price - (Sales Price * 7%))* - All in Cost   accounts for agent fees and closing cost- Initial List Price = Sales price + 10%      A buffer to test market absorption- Break Even being All in cost, point where everyone is paid except me. - List price is to test the market absorption at "x" price. 250k land + build.
Robert Medina Attempting to brrrr but having issues
6 January 2025 | 7 replies
You have a 200k equity buffer, so you should be able to get closer to 130k from a LTV perspective - but will your rent amount cover that new loan?