Brad Roche
FHA 203(k) vs. Fannie Mae Homestyle Renovation Loan
13 January 2025 | 5 replies
Here's how they break down:Fannie Mae HomestyleMinimum Down Payment: 3%-5% (Primary Residence) & 20% Down (Investment/Second Home)Credit Score: 620Minimum Loan Amount: $50,000Maximum Loan Amount: Per County Loan LimitsOccupancy Types: Primary Residence, Second Homes, and Investment PropertiesUnit Maximum: 4 UnitsAcceptable Renovations:-Structural Improvements (e.g., new roofing, foundation repairs)-Cosmetic Enhancements (e.g., new flooring, updated bathroom/kitchen fixtures)-Energy Efficiency Upgrades (e.g., solar panels)-Accessibility Modifications (e.g., ramps, widened doorways)-Luxury Items (e.g., pool)-LandscapingNot Acceptable Renovations:-Commercial Use (e.g., turning a residential property into a commercial property)-Temporary Structures-Non-Residential Buildings (e.g., barns, stables)FHA 203(k)Minimum Down Payment: 3.5%Minimum Credit Score: 620Minimum Loan Amount: $50,000Maximum Loan Amount: $524,225Occupancy Types: Primary Residence ONLYUnit Maximum: 4 UnitsAcceptable Renovations:-Structural Improvements/Reconstruction (e.g., adding rooms, bathrooms)-Cosmetic Enhancements-Eliminate Health and Safety Hazards-Energy Efficiency Improvements-Major Landscaping (e.g., grading, tree removal, adding walkways)Non-Acceptable Renovations:-Luxury Items-Commercial Use-Temporary Structures-Non-Residential BuildingsBoth of these renovation loans are similar in many ways, but the key differences are:1.
Julie Muse
Highway 64 Transformation: From Fixer-Upper to $200K Success!
6 January 2025 | 0 replies
Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment.
Julie Muse
Team Effort Pays Off: Stunning 14th St Flip Success in Fond du Lac!
3 January 2025 | 1 reply
Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment.
Basit Siddiqi
Investing in Spain: Good idea for non-residents(Americans)?
16 January 2025 | 16 replies
I lived in Madrid, Spain for about 8 months and I am curious if it is possible for non-residents to successfully have rental properties within the country.My concern is mostly from a tax standpoint and whether it makes sense.My research shows that Non-residents of Spain(but a resident of Europe) pay a flat rate of 19% on NET RENTAL INCOME.Non-residents of Spain(Not a resident of Europe, such as the USA) pay a flat rate of 24% on GROSS RENTAL INCOME.The difference of paying tax on Net and Gross is huge.Americans are not able to deduct expenses such as mortgage interest, taxes, insurance, cleaning, repairs, etcA pro that I can think about when it comes to invest in Spain is that overall costs are less - Mortgage rates are currently around 4% - 4.5% while it is around 6.5% - 7% in the US.Am I reading the tax law correctly?
Julie Muse
Grainfield Gem: Partner Driven & Amanda Frecks Flip Main St for Big Gains!
8 January 2025 | 0 replies
Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment.
Ben Hedvat
Single-family residence fix & flip Hamptons NY
16 January 2025 | 0 replies
Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment. 12 Lincoln Street is a single-family home located in Sag Harbor, NY 11963.
Nicholas Dillon
HELOC on Primary Residence
12 January 2025 | 2 replies
It normally doesn't cost you any money to open and to be able to access that large amount of equity to buy or stabalize your current portfolio allows you so much more opportunity costs.For instance, I took a $200K LOC out on my primary residence when I first started in real estate.
Gamal Harding
Property Renovation Overview: 1453 Southfield Dr, Columbus, Ohio
1 January 2025 | 0 replies
Purchase price: $45,000 Cash invested: $40,000 Renovation Overview: 1453 Southfield Dr, Columbus, OHWe've transformed 1453 Southfield Dr into a modern residence.
Ben Hedvat
Single-family residence fix & flip Hamptons NY
16 January 2025 | 0 replies
Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment. 176 Wildwood Road is a single-family home located in Sag Harbor, NY 11963.
Ben Hedvat
Single-family residence fix & flip Hamptons NY
16 January 2025 | 0 replies
Investment Info:Single-family residence fix & flip investment.