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Purchasing my first home this year through an FHA loan. The Litte bit of money I did have I will be putting down on my down payment for my personal home.I’ve found two a terrific first investment opportunity. The firs...
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I'm looking at a building that is zoned B-1 business and plan to convert it to 3 airbnb units. Once the build out is complete, how would an appraiser value the building given that use? Would they use comps for other B...
Hello all!I'm going through the process of (potentially) purchasing my first rental and came across this unknown. What exactly am I looking for when it comes to comparing mortgage lenders and is it expected that I go ...
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Please share your thoughts:What are some of the most favorable terms you’ve negotiated with private lenders? How do these terms compare to traditional loan options?What strategies have you found effective in building ...
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Hi Guys,I'm starting my vetting process of various mortgage lenders in my area. I have compiled a nice list of questions based on the article 7 Questions Real Estate Investors Should Ask When Selecting a Lender. Can y...
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Hello,
I am looking to close on my first property and I just got the paperwork to sign from the lender & the closing costs are about 10% of purchase price(not loan amount).
I know typically the closing costs a...
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As a real estate investor, understanding both the Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) and Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) is crucial because they serve different purposes in evaluating and financing investment propertie...
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Question for all you vacation rental people! I purchased a duplex that I am currently running as an Airbnb. I would like to find a way to scale this because the cashflow is very significant compared to long term tenan...
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Hi, my investment team is looking to partner with a private lender here in Phoenix to help us with some current and future deals. We have and continue to expect to get a lot of these types of deals signed and need a l...
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Can you get a 203k loan when buying apartments?