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David Gillette First Fix & Flip
19 April 2025 | 30 replies
That's what a due diligence period is all about!
Kobe McDaniel How to structure multiple partners on a deal
18 April 2025 | 1 reply
I understand giving equity but how would you go about providing monthly (or other time periods) returns on a partners invested capital?
Robert Ellis Anyone here raised or invested through an equity fund for real estate deals?
19 April 2025 | 7 replies
Additionally, periodic updates should be emailed to each investor.  
Bonnie Glidewell Cash flow on LTR
17 April 2025 | 8 replies
Trial and error until you find a lane that works.
Anthony Jones Closing on first deal in a week
18 April 2025 | 9 replies
., non-payment, property damage, illegal activity), the notice period for remedying breaches, and the consequences (such as late fees, rent acceleration, or lease termination).
Justin Summers Bought a property Land installment/contract for deed.. How do I deal with 1098-int
19 April 2025 | 8 replies
Key characteristics include:Right to use, possess, and enjoy the propertyEntitlement to any income, profits, or benefits derived from the propertyBeneficial ownership interest even without formal legal documentationRight to compel transfer of legal title under appropriate circumstancesProtected by courts of equity rather than courts of lawOften based on principles of fairness and intended ownershipEquitable title holders possess the actual beneficial enjoyment of the property, even if they don't appear as owners in legal records.Common Situations with Split TitleLand Contracts/Contracts for Deed: Buyer has equitable title while seller retains legal title until final paymentTrusts: Trustee holds legal title while beneficiaries hold equitable titleReal Estate Purchase Agreements: Between signing and closing, buyer has equitable interest while seller retains legal titleNominee Ownership: Legal titleholder acts as nominee for equitable ownerLife Estates: Life tenant has equitable title to use during lifetime while remainderman has future legal interestForeclosure Redemption Periods: Borrower retains equitable title during redemption periodLegal SignificanceThe distinction between legal and equitable title has significant implications in property disputes, tax matters, bankruptcy proceedings, and estate planning.
Raquel Baranow What does “principal balance” mean in regards to a balloon payment?
18 April 2025 | 14 replies
If the loan has a ten year maturity but amortizes over a longer period, say 25 years, then part of the loan will be unpaid at the end of the ten years.
Linda Roberts Please explain this Zillow diagram of average rent:
17 April 2025 | 2 replies
@Linda Roberts, curious about house prices for same over the same period of time.
Ethan Tomlinson Grandma will loan me anything at 5% rate
21 April 2025 | 45 replies
Quote from @Derek Smith: I work with a very experienced developer in Austin TX who could always use some pursuit money (funds to work on entitlements and pre-development tasks during feasibility period).