17 February 2026 | 11 replies
Verifying last 2-years of rental history and income/employment extremely important to find the “best of the worst”.Tenant Default: 20-30% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Section 8: Class D rents meet program requirements, often challenges to pass Section 8 inspection.Vacancies: 20%+, depending on market conditions and tenant screening.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, all cashflow with little, maybe even negative, relative rent & value appreciation.Where did we get our FICO credit score information from?
30 January 2026 | 11 replies
I hit a snag and need lender intel:I’m looking for a DSCR cash-out refinance program to pay off my hard money loan (or similar financing) that will allow me to use the appraisal value only to determine LTV — not the lowest listed price.
11 February 2026 | 8 replies
Also, many investors go with a 30 year fixed DSCR option, not a 5-7 year balloon payment if we are discussing 1-4 unit or 5-8 unit DSCR programs.
6 February 2026 | 1 reply
The dominant amenity might be a lake, trails, glamping units, or even community-driven programming, but the takeaway is the same: you’re underwriting an operating business, not just dirt.
12 February 2026 | 13 replies
Eventually I'd love to open a non profit and use rentals as part of a program for youth aging out of the foster care system, like independent living.What are your goals in the REI space?
15 February 2026 | 4 replies
My coaching program, “Mi Primera Casa en EE.UU.”, is designed specifically for overseas investors.
17 February 2026 | 0 replies
I’m currently sworn into the Delayed Entry Program and will be shipping out soon.
17 February 2026 | 0 replies
I’m currently sworn into the Delayed Entry Program and will be shipping out soon.
16 February 2026 | 9 replies
Same for 2-years of job/income stability.Tenant Default: 10-20% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Section 8: Class C rents usually meet program requirements, proper screening still recommended.Vacancies: 10-20%, depending on market conditions and tenant screening.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Should cashflow immediately, at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.Class D Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores under 560, little to no good tradelines, lots of collections & chargeoffs, but should have no convictions/evictions in last 12 months.
16 February 2026 | 2 replies
This means I can shop the entire market to find the best rates and programs for my clients - not just what one bank offers.