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Don Konipol The Most DANGEROUS Real Estate Investments for the “Amateur” Investor
1 May 2025 | 61 replies
So, even if the loan amount is the same, and even if the interest rate is the same, with the terms mirroring the underlying mortgage, the seller will have (1) recourse to foreclose if the buyer stops paying (2) with payments going directly to the seller who then sends payment to the underlying lender the seller will know if and when the buyer has not made a payment, in which case they can choose to make the underlying mortgage payment and proceed to foreclosure, (3) the seller’s legal position is enhanced since he holds a debt security interest in the property (4) the seller may be able to wrap a higher amount than the underlying note and or a higher interest rate and (5) the seller’s credit position may be enhanced since he has the asset of the wrap note offsetting the underlying debt.  
Jordan Kuhle Raising appraisal value: Split utilities or focus on renovations
29 April 2025 | 4 replies
I would mirror ones similar that have sold. 
Samuel Wilson Scope of work
29 April 2025 | 11 replies
Here's a list of possible things that need done (written roughly in the order of operation):-Demo-Framing-Roof-HVAC-Rough Plumbing & Electrical-Insluation-Drywall-Flooring-Wall Tile (backsplashes, showers)-Interior Trim & Interior Doors-Cabinets-Countertops-Paint-Trim Plumbing & Electrical-Trim HVAC-Final Trim Out (Mirrors, TP Holders, Towel Racks, Mailbox, House #s)
Bradford G. Rod Khleif vs Brad Sumrok Multifamily Coaching Review ??
27 April 2025 | 55 replies
I doubt many are going into credit card debt or if they are that's kind of crazy.. as this part of real estate has no smoke and mirrors generally.And I suspect because most of these folks are doing some sort of PPM and need to deal with accredited investors.. that separates those wanting to start to those who have already had some financial win's or experience and just looking for a new avenue.. 
Chris Seveney The Fix-and-Flip Fallout: What We're Seeing in the Private Lending Market
22 April 2025 | 28 replies
In my view, it closely mirrors the conditions that led to the 2008 crash.
Scott Trench Trump Policies Will Put Downward Pressure on Real Estate Rents/Prices
15 April 2025 | 376 replies
The product would never come out or even begin being developed, 100% smoke and mirrors.
Jay Hinrichs Detroit Tarrifs is now the time for a rebirth and new look @ this market
17 April 2025 | 91 replies
This story partially mirrors the collapse of the British where enemies didn't need to take out their navy, they just needed to take out the ships carrying grain to the British Isles. 
Kevin Perry Transitioning from W2 to REP in a dual high income houshold (First Post/Long Post)
7 April 2025 | 4 replies
I've searched the forums on this topic but haven't seen a situation that mirrors mine so here we go.  
Todd Blank Cody Sperber's Deal Automator
6 April 2025 | 17 replies
First complaint I have about the system is there smoke and mirror gray and white disclaimers they almost contradict him selves not with the services alone more of the membership payment etc. 
Scott Trench Syndicator Threatens LPs for Negative Comment about them On BP
7 April 2025 | 94 replies
My greatest pain point is not that the deals failed, although that certainly adds salt to the wounds, it's the poor communication, false narratives, chasing (almost begging) for updates, lack of full disclosure, the smoke and mirrors, etc.