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All Forum Posts by: Devin Peterson

Devin Peterson has started 67 posts and replied 1558 times.

Post: DSCR Loan Help

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Do you have 12 months of mortgage history overall? (e.g., have you owned a primary residence for at least 12 months?) There are plenty of other options out there without 12-month seasoning requirements.

Hey Devin, yes I've owned my primary for about 6 years. Would the two other partners also need to have 12 months of mortgage history? 


 No not at all! You have lots of options here!

Post: DSCR Loan Help

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Do you have 12 months of mortgage history overall? (e.g., have you owned a primary residence for at least 12 months?) There are plenty of other options out there without 12-month seasoning requirements.

Post: Cash Out Refi Lower Than Expected

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Hi Everyone,

I need some guidance or tips or any ideas in regards to an appraisal that did not come in as expected during a cash out refi. I have done several in the past and most I have been satisfied with the outcome however this one was not as expected therefore I am trying to get creative. Long story short I disagree with the appraisers value of the home and will place rebuttal however that appraiser also completely messed up rental values so the DSCR has really impacted what I was expecting to get out of the property. I was able to rent the home for $2600 but the lender is accepting the appraisers rental value of $2050. Is this standard practice or is there any lenders out there that actually accept what the home is rented for? Additionally this hard money lender is at 75% loan to value are there any lenders offering 80%? I appreciate any input or suggestions.

Hi Chris, this is a very common issue Where borrowers see their property as superior to others listed on an appraisal compared to recently sold comps. At the end of the day, comps and recent sales usually within the last 90 days matter. If there is some significant value ad that you completed to the property, take a deeper look into the assessments and extra values that the appraiser may or may not have given your property. The rent schedule, this is a different story, but lenders will always side on the fence of conservatism. Meaning, they will take the lesser of the two rental income figures to qualify your DSCR. The reason being is because they don’t have the same strategy and approach that you do.  And so, even though you may have a lease for $2600 that’s not to say they will be able to rent it out at that price if you are forced to foreclose and order default on the loan for an equal amount. Lenders will most likely always take the lesser of the two, one must have to read into their guidelines before you work with lenders. Lastly, did you say this was a hard money lender? Generally speaking hard money lender stick to fix and flip, bridge loans. Maybe it’s the case that you can dispute the appraisal a bit and find better comps if you truly believed you were shorted on the value and also the rent, but be prepared that by providing other suggestions to an appraiser may not ultimately yield you any success because what’s happening is basically telling appraiser that they are bad at their job.  more than happy to talk over strategy and possibly help you find a different lender who can make this better for you. Good luck!

 Hi Devin- Thanks for the great info. I think I will try to order a second appraisal and go from there. I am hoping this can change some of the numbers. i appreciate the great feedback.


 Not order a second appraisal - just ask if there is a dispute process and supply our own comps if you think they are strong enough.

Post: Cash Out Refi Lower Than Expected

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Quote from @Chris Marette:

Hi Everyone,

I need some guidance or tips or any ideas in regards to an appraisal that did not come in as expected during a cash out refi. I have done several in the past and most I have been satisfied with the outcome however this one was not as expected therefore I am trying to get creative. Long story short I disagree with the appraisers value of the home and will place rebuttal however that appraiser also completely messed up rental values so the DSCR has really impacted what I was expecting to get out of the property. I was able to rent the home for $2600 but the lender is accepting the appraisers rental value of $2050. Is this standard practice or is there any lenders out there that actually accept what the home is rented for? Additionally this hard money lender is at 75% loan to value are there any lenders offering 80%? I appreciate any input or suggestions.

Hi Chris, this is a very common issue Where borrowers see their property as superior to others listed on an appraisal compared to recently sold comps. At the end of the day, comps and recent sales usually within the last 90 days matter. If there is some significant value ad that you completed to the property, take a deeper look into the assessments and extra values that the appraiser may or may not have given your property. The rent schedule, this is a different story, but lenders will always side on the fence of conservatism. Meaning, they will take the lesser of the two rental income figures to qualify your DSCR. The reason being is because they don’t have the same strategy and approach that you do.  And so, even though you may have a lease for $2600 that’s not to say they will be able to rent it out at that price if you are forced to foreclose and order default on the loan for an equal amount. Lenders will most likely always take the lesser of the two, one must have to read into their guidelines before you work with lenders. Lastly, did you say this was a hard money lender? Generally speaking hard money lender stick to fix and flip, bridge loans. Maybe it’s the case that you can dispute the appraisal a bit and find better comps if you truly believed you were shorted on the value and also the rent, but be prepared that by providing other suggestions to an appraiser may not ultimately yield you any success because what’s happening is basically telling appraiser that they are bad at their job.  more than happy to talk over strategy and possibly help you find a different lender who can make this better for you. Good luck!

Post: Any mainly investors agent in Tampa, FL?

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Hello investor agents,

I am looking to invest in Tampa, FL. If you have done many deals with some creative way to finance the deal or sub to, and if you have strong exp and tons of success to win over a competing MLS deal. Please let me know.

What is the current on the ground detail situation in Tampa?

Thank you so much.

Hey Johnson,

I live in Tampa and can connect you with an option or two. Send me a dm!

Post: Partnering with lenders

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Hey everyone! Looking to connect with hard money lenders in the Winston-Salem area. Feel free to reach out


 Hey Joshua,

Most of the times some of the Best Lending options these days come from out-of-state brokers who represent multiple lenders and different platforms! Take a look at the final under tab at the top of the page. Just out of curiosity, have you tried ever completed a hard money / bridge loan before?

Post: 40 Unit Development in Tampa... Is it a good idea to pursue?

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I have a new associate who has been in REI for 20+ years, and recently sold 300 units. He has syndicated a few deals and is creating a new one to build 40 units in Tampa FL. I see benefits but I'm trying to understand the full context of building this from ground up. I'm looking at putting money into it and recommending friends to put money into it so any advice is appreciated. The property has been drawn up and is permits are ready so it's just a matter of finalizing the cash for it.

I know Tampa area has been booming so it generally seems like a good idea. Here are two photos of what he gave me as a snapshot. I took out the LLC and contact info since I didn't ask if I could share it.

Hi Nick, I would love to hear more about this new build and the partners you are working on it with. I’m interested in GUC eventually in  a few years. This is in my backyard and would like to follow along!

Post: Cash out refinance!

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Quote from @Mike Romano:

Hello,

I am looking for recommendations for any local banks in the Orlando or Deltona, FL area that offer cash-out refinancing.

Thank you!
Hi Mike, you will most likely find the most success with an experienced investment mortgage broker who can help you shop multiple options across different lenders and their platforms. I recommend using the find a lender tab at the top of the page to start. Good luck!

Post: New to New Haven, investor in TN,MO looking to connect

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HI Wendy, Welcome to the state of CT! There are a bunch of great people to network with. @Brandon Rush @Samuel Eddinger @Ryan Luby @Stephanie Cabral and myself are all a part of local meet-ups around the state where you can find partners of your team. More than happy to connect with you any time to talk about the strategies that work the best in the Northeast. Good luck!

Post: Need a hard money lender

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What is the scope of the reno? can you give some insight into their experience, fico, and ARV?