All Forum Posts by: Nathan Broekhuizen

I would recommend putting 20-25% down because that will make your offer more favorable compared to someone who is only putting 5-10% down. That way you don't have to pay PMI either. I know you don't like the idea of paying rent but make sure you don't settle on a single family house just so you can build equity. Make sure it still makes sense for you. If you get a single family house do you plan on renting out the other bedrooms? Also, if you put 20-25% down you will have plenty of money for reserves and can wait for the right opportunity for another investment property.

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Jim, 

If you are looking for more information on management companies I work with Cornerstone Real Estate Management and we manage properties through West Michigan! If you come across any properties that interest you and would like our opinion on what you could get in rent just reach out! We do this for all of our clients and anyone else who is thinking about being a landlord. 

@Catherine Lacey If the home inspector has any concerns over it they will recommend having a foundation specialist take a look at it. I would recommend calling West Michigan Water Proofing. They will likely come out and give you a free quote. Then given their recommendation you can use that to negotiate with the seller. Were there multiple offers on the property? Is it listed on the MLS?

I’m a Realtor and work in property management in the Holland area. Lets get together sometime! 

You should join the Grand Rapids Real Estate Investors Facebook group. There are several agents and other investors who are willing to offer advice! 

Do you already have the property under contracts or just wanting to get something in place before you do? I have a few contacts that could help. 

Brandon, 

I am a Realtor but work with Cornerstone Real Estate Management and we manage roughly 3,000 units throughout West Michigan. If you would be interested in sitting down and going over our services I would gladly do that. Our office is in Holland. 

Hi my name is Nate Broekhuizen and I work with Cornerstone Real Estate Management. We are based out of Holland but we manage single family houses, duplexes, four plexes, and condo associations throughout west michigan. We manage roughly 2800 units. Feel free to send me a DM if you would like more info! 

Ryan Dosenberry & Dan Buhr 

I have a few contractors who do good work. Feel free to send me a message if you would like their contact information!