BRRRR in Huntsville / Decatur

BRRRR in Huntsville / Decatur

Rental Property Investor · Madison, AL · Member since 2018 · 60 posts · 33 votes

Investment Info:

Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

Purchase price: $55,000
Cash invested: $36,000

3/2 1,600+ sqft SFH. Off market deal. Required an extensive remodel.

What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Just completed another renovation in the immediate area so i was familiar with the location and was confident in the ARV. I liked the size of the property as well as the appearance of an "easy" rehab, which i learned throughout, is truly not the case.

How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

The same wholesaler that offered me my previous project. Because I just completed another deal with the wholesaler, he gave me is bottom line up front without a significant padding in price.

How did you finance this deal?

Leverage an existing Business Line of Credit on a previous property as well as capital from the sale of another property.

How did you add value to the deal?

Installed HVAC when there wasn't one previously. New windows. LVP flooring throughout except for where there was existing hardwood. Knocked down wall to open kitchen, new cabinets. New Water heater. New vanities in both baths. resurfacing of tubs.

What was the outcome?

Property appraised for just over our anticipated ARV. Property was rented out within 2 weeks of completing rehab. Placed a mortgage at 80% LTV, CoC ROI is 300%, and a 1.4 DCR, to pay off LoC and replenish capital used. Neighbors were truly thankful that we remodeled this home as it was an eye soar before.

Lessons learned? Challenges?

- Patience. In my mind, it seemed like a straightforward job in which could have been completed in 30-45 days. Coordinating with subs to ensure new hvac, windows, plumbing etc was done accordingly does require time and effort. Stay on top of your project manager.
- What we are doing positively impacts many lives. The future tenant. But also the neighbors in that community.
- I have a true excitement for resurfacing tubs. Cost effective and the look is great!

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Worked with same core 4, thus improving on our efficiencies. I would highly recommend any of the team for your specific needs.

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Rental Property Investor · Marietta, GA · Member since 2017 · 131 posts · 101 votes
6y

@Samuel Garrett A true excitement for resurfacing tubs? What product/process do you use? 

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  • Elkmont, AL · Member since 2016 · 29 posts · 10 votes
    6y

    Awesome deal Samuel! I would love to know your core 4 if you wouldn’t mind sharing those. 

  • Rental Property Investor · Madison, AL · Member since 2018 · 60 posts · 33 votes
    6y

    @Cody Martin no problem at all.

    ill send you a message.

    Happy 2020 Investing!!

  • Rental Property Investor · Marietta, GA · Member since 2017 · 131 posts · 101 votes
    6y

    @Samuel Garrett A true excitement for resurfacing tubs? What product/process do you use? 

  • Member since 2019 · 140 posts · 24 votes
    6y

    hey! ill also like to know the core 4 :)

  • Rental Property Investor · Huntsville, AL · Member since 2019 · 27 posts · 3 votes
    6y

    Same I would like to know your core 4 also mainly your wholesaler right now I'm new to investing and looking for possible deals.

  • Daniel MendezPro Member
    Investor · Dallas, TX · Member since 2018 · 254 posts · 47 votes
    6y

    @Samuel Garrett

    Samuel, you’re killing it out there! Huge congratulation!

    Do you mind sharing your core 4 team members.

    Please and thank you!

  • Rental Property Investor · Madison, AL · Member since 2018 · 60 posts · 33 votes
    6y

    @Andrew Simms the product is called Rust-oleum, tube and tile refinishing. the process takes a few hours to complete, mainly the cleaning and settling time in between coats, which i typically I do 2-3. On this property, it took longer as I also resurfaced the tile around the entire bath. Older homes such as this one, it is typical to find the out dated pink, blue, beige tile around the tub and entire bathroom. here is a before:

    and after a second coat:

  • Rental Property Investor · Madison, AL · Member since 2018 · 60 posts · 33 votes
    6y

    @Oren Kachel @Samuel Smith @Daniel Mendez gentlemen, i will send you a PM with the requested info. 
    Thank you.

  • Flipper/Rehabber · AL · Member since 2019 · 2 posts · 0 votes
    6y

    Could I plz get contact info about your Core 4 and wholesaler, if you don't mind?

  • Rental Property Investor · Huntsville, AL · Member since 2019 · 27 posts · 3 votes
    6y

    @Samuel Garrett Thank you

  • Lender · Member since 2019 · 114 posts · 29 votes
    6y

    @Samuel Garrett. First of call congrats!  On the tub, ....  WOW!  What were your final numbers in terms of sale, total rehab, rental, etc.?  What did you decide to do with it - rent or sell and why?  What would you do differently?  And, yes, please share your core 4 if possible.  And, how did you go about FINDING your "Core 4".  Thanks and congrats again!!  What are you working on now??

  • Rental Property Investor · Madison, AL · Member since 2018 · 60 posts · 33 votes
    6y

    Hi @Lisa Eckman. Thank you. Towards the end, we decided to replace all the windows which brought our rehab total around $41k. The home appraised for $132k, $12k more than what we anticipated (thank you recent sales in area). Since I didn't have an immediate project, we didn't refinance right away. I was able to acquire two more SFH (off market) with light rehab needed, and once completed and rented, I refinanced all three into a portfolio loan. This helped my DCR.

    My strategy is to buy and hold. Unless the numbers scream to flip (which I haven't done as of yet).

    I will gladly send some contacts I have via message. Are you looking in this area? Are you already active here?

    Currently we successfully acquired a property through the foreclosure process. This one really excites me as there is a detached unit behind the main property that is already fitted with a full bath and ready to go for a kitchen. So we got a 2 for 1 at an unbelievable price! Are strategy for this one will be to AirBnB both properties. Oh I forgot, the parcel is .42 acres and the two properties both sit on just .22 acres. And a 40" semi trailor was left on the property. So we will look to get creative and see what we can create with this gem...maybe experiment with a tiny home concept.

    We also placed a bid on another beautiful home built in the 30's, it is a 4/2 2,000 sqft and has all the qualities for a potential AirBnB. Hope to hear back this week if are bid was accepted. 

    Can't wait to post updates soon!


    Thanks for reading my post and commenting. 
    Happy Investing!!

  • Property Manager · Washington, DC · Member since 2017 · 6 posts · 4 votes
    6y

    Awesome project Sam. Would you mind sharing your Core 4 with me as well?

    Another question. How has your experience been doing deals in the Huntsville area?

  • Rental Property Investor · Fremont, CA · Member since 2016 · 298 posts · 222 votes
    6y

    @Samuel Garrett

    Those are really awesome numbers!! Congrats on that amazing work!

    I would love to get a reference on your core four! Can you please DM me.

  • Real Estate Agent · Cullman, AL · Member since 2020 · 13 posts · 5 votes
    6y

    @Samuel Garrett awesome job! I live in cullman, and would love to have any info you’d like to pass along to someone interested in starting this business! I’m still trying to learn the ropes and educate myself and try to figure out how I’d be able to fund this process to even get started. Hard sitting still! Looks like you have your ducks in a row for sure and are rocking this thing!

  • Rental Property Investor · Madison, AL · Member since 2018 · 60 posts · 33 votes
    6y

    @Adam Costanzo thanks for the compliments. I will gladly send you some of my contacts. Where are you in your process? Are there any hurdles you are trying to overcome?

    My experience in the Huntsville market has been a rewarding one. There are a great amount of deals to take action on. But I also have seen not so good deals. My personal thoughts, the increasing exposure about Huntsville market is great, but I often question the legitimacy of certain price points and what that may mean down the road. But that maybe for a whole new thread.

    Like most season investors you hear on whatever platform you connect to, it is all about the numbers. if you run the numbers and the deal doesn't make sense, don't try to make it work. As such, I passed on a good number of deals (on/off market) due to the numbers not supporting.

    Biggest thing I can offer anyone is "TAKE ACTION" more so now then ever. If you are able to get out and drive neighborhoods, do so. If you can connect with people virtually, do so. If you are able to take a course, do so. Take action. It will pay off down the road. 

    I am now starting to see some returns on my action from months prior. 

    I would love to hear your strategy and goals!

    Happy Investing!

  • Rental Property Investor · Madison, AL · Member since 2018 · 60 posts · 33 votes
    6y

    @Jamie Hodges thanks for your positive response. congrats on your road to real estate investing. Have you identified the business strategy you want to embark on? Wholesaling, Fix/Flip, Buy/Hold, SF or MF, Commercial or Residential, Tax lien certificate auctions, etc.

    What are your short/long term goals? 

    What are your strengths and weaknesses? 

    What are you able to offer potential partners, teams, investors? 

    Funding is one aspect. But where can you add value to others, if there might be an opportunity to Joint Venture?

    It is great that you are maximizing your time learning; at some point you have to take action. 

    This wasn't an overnight success (i use that term loosely as i am still learning and growing, so far from being considered success), this was 18 years of taking action, not knowing what i was doing early on but taking a leap on faith and commitment to make it work...fast forward those action steps paid off to allow me to use the proceeds to fund current projects. The main difference is, I now have a strategy, thanks to platforms like BP, to be my foundation when I now invest.

    Sorry for it to be a little long winded, I had a "smoke break" from my job and used that time to respond. 

    Look forward to hearing about your goals and your path to financial independence!

  • Austin, TX · Member since 2018 · 164 posts · 107 votes
    6y

    @Samuel Garrett congrats on your success! I am a new investor from Austin, TX and Hunstville is on my short list of markets to visit in the next few months. I will be looking for BRRRR opps to hold long term, hoping to learn alot on my next few properties :) I will send you a DM asking for connections to your Core 4. Thank you!

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