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All Forum Posts by: Matthew T.

Matthew T. has started 41 posts and replied 247 times.

Post: Tell us how to improve BiggerPockets content!

Matthew T.
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  • Springfield, MA
  • Posts 276
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Fix the android app.  It is very cumbersome to add forum posts from it.

Post: Is buying from a foreclosure auction safe? What could go wrong?

Matthew T.
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  • Investor
  • Springfield, MA
  • Posts 276
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@Kevin Ellerton ok well I buy a lot of foreclosure auctions in MA and CT so I will speak from that point of view but you should check and understand the rules in your area.

1. If the 150k mortgage is the one foreclosing and lets it go for 70k at auction then the rest of the lein is wiped out

2. Yes it is possible that their are other leins on the property. You need to figure out what position the lein that is holding the auction is in. If it is in first position and not a tax lein then all other subsequent leins are wiped out except municipal leins.

3. I am not sure the rules and laws in your area for foreclosure auctions but in my states we do not have access and there can be squatters and tenants. And if you win the auction they are your responsibility to handle. It is an as is sale.

4. Over estimate your repairs. If you can't get in to do a full walk through you need to anticipate unforeseen repairs.

5. I am not familiar with your the auctions in your area but mine are not " on the market " and you can get good deals. Not always but some times.

Hope this helps

5.

Post: No Access To Basement

Matthew T.
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  • Investor
  • Springfield, MA
  • Posts 276
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@Lamar Nelson we have hundreds of units in Massachusetts, and except for our single family rentals we restrict basement access to them all. We have gone in front of judges in housing court many times and when ever it was brought up that the tenant did not have access to the basement they argued about how would the tenant get to the breaker if tripped. We have setup a 24 hour calling service and then we always respond within 24 hours usually much faster. This has always gone over well and never have we been forced to give a tenant access. We also argue about how there are many things in the basements that if tampered with could cause a safety issue for them and their neighbors such as the heating and hot water systems.

If you have any more questions feel free to PM me.

Post: Pre-move out inspection

Matthew T.
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  • Springfield, MA
  • Posts 276
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Post: Section 8 rental properties

Matthew T.
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  • Investor
  • Springfield, MA
  • Posts 276
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@Peniel Edorh I have many section 8 tenants. How can I help you?

Post: Im gonna try Virtual assistants tomorrow

Matthew T.
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  • Investor
  • Springfield, MA
  • Posts 276
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@Jason Ma please let me know how it goes.

Post: Are Construction Businesses Eligible for EIDL Assistance?

Matthew T.
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  • Investor
  • Springfield, MA
  • Posts 276
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Yes they are.  We got one.

Post: Finally an article supporting landlords and tenants not paying

Matthew T.
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  • Investor
  • Springfield, MA
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@Mark F.
Yeah I saw this.  It is nice to finally see someone in the media talking about the other side of the coin.

Post: HELOC on investment property.

Matthew T.
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  • Investor
  • Springfield, MA
  • Posts 276
  • Votes 84

I have gotten Lines of Credit on my investment properties. Typically I am seeing 65-75% LTV

Post: Tell us how to improve BiggerPockets content!

Matthew T.
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  • Investor
  • Springfield, MA
  • Posts 276
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Originally posted by @Mindy Jensen:
Originally posted by @Matthew T.:

@Allison Leung have me on your podcast lol.

But more seriously I am loving the insights feature and would like to see more of that.

I have also found the live facebook shows very educational.

To apply to be a guest on the podcast, go to www.biggerpockets.com/guest.We have four podcasts, so make sure you are applying for the right show.

 Hi Mindy.  I have applied twice before and yesterday was number three.  So third time's the charm 😜

Thanks