Joseph Piccola
Phoenix, Arizona vacancy rates
Hi everyone, Joe here new to the forum and a new real estate investor in Phoenix, Az. I have found a few properties that meet my criteria but am curious what the vacancy rates Are like in Phoenix? How do I calculate...
Mark Blaz
Recourse against a dishonest buyer in an RE transaction
A bit of backstory. Back in November I decided to sell three rental SFH's that I owned and was renting to long term renters. The properties are in distressed areas and after owning them for 15yrs, I made the decisio...
Tim S.
2nd position exit strategy
Hi Note People,I'm trying to learn more about NPN 2nds, and wondering about this scenario: (assume 1st is performing)If I have a 2nd position Non-performing note, without enough equity to even cover the first, or just...
Kyle A.
Dealing With Cash Calls
There are many CRE syndications that will be facing Cash Calls in the coming months/years, and many have already started this process. Just wanted to start a thread on some things to consider if you’re an LP facing a ...
Anja Brey
Note investing vs Turnkeys?
Hi BP, What are the advantages/disadvantages of buying a note versus buying a turnkey (or vice versa) in terms of cash on cash return, depreciation, deductions etc.? How much depreciation do I get from 1 property/year...
Sean Dougherty
Going after earnest deposit in escrow.
Hello everyone and thanks in advance for any pointers or advice.I, as a seller, have had this home in escrow for over a month. Buyers were qualified and solid offer above asking. Inspection report came after 15 days a...
Kelly Byrd
When and when not to use a HELOC for cash-flowing investments?
I'm considering using a HELOC to fund investments that cash flow right away. In the best case, it seems like a pretty obvious arbitrage between the rate of my HELOC and the rate of return on the investment. But, I'm n...
Charles Clinton
Understanding the differences between equity and debt investing
Every homeowner understands the difference between their mortgage and the equity they have in their home but when it comes to commercial real estate transactions, the difference between equity, preferred equity, mezza...
Pat Jackson
What's the "freshest" a note can be to be sold?
I'm becoming very interested in owner financing houses. I've been reading a lot about wraparound mortgages. Now I'm wondering if the wraparound mortgage can be avoided all together. Here's my thought:Do the first t...
Chloe Montaron
21 years old want to buy a property to rent out , but need help
I am a 21 year old girl , and I want to purchase a property (preferably an apartment / condo) I have been doing research but there are so many conflicting thoughts and opinions out there. Can anyone please take the ti...