All Forum Posts by: Jonathan Marsh

In search of an agent to assist in buying a single family property in the Arlington Virginia & surrounding areas. I'm looking for foreclosures, standard listings, etc. Thanks in advance!

Thanks, @Brian Mcmenamin! I'll shoot you a message.

I’m interested in note investing. Those that have done it, what are some pros, cons and thoughts of utilizing this strategy in real estate vs buy & hold, flipping, etc.? How do you go about finding “good notes” and thoughts on “performing vs. non-performing” notes?

@Jim Thomas-Awesome tips. Thank you!

@Bruno Araujo-Sounds like it. That's certainly something I would consider for a large unit (50-100+,etc). For what I'm looking at right now (4-10), I think I'd probably try and get the deal done myself without syndication.

@David Fernandez-Thanks for the input. That's good to know regarding the differences between the 2 loan types. 

@Mary M.-Thank for the valuable input. 6% seems like a happy medium. What type of market size do you look for, for the 6% caps? 

Personally, I really am looking for cash flow overall. However, appreciation is also important and the ability to resell the property in 5-10 years. 

What are the main differences you have noticed between commercial & residential loans in regards to multi family properties? Rates, structure, etc?

@Alina Trigub-Thanks. In what ways are they valued differently?

@Russell Brazil-That's insightful. I didn't think of it that way previously.  I'm somewhat new to the game, but those factors do make sense. Essentially buying a property that's low cap now, knowing it's numbers will grow in the years to come, making it a higher cap property, while also being low risk & knowing there is room for large appreciation values. Smart.

@Russell Brazil-Smart move. I assume cap rates & cash flow have some factoring into your decision as well?