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Portrait of a pre-foreclosure peacemaker

Housing Wire

Although completed foreclosure auctions have plateaued in 2024 at less than half of pre-pandemic levels, the number of delinquent mortgages is close to pre-pandemic levels, according to an Auction.com analysis of public record data from ATTOM Data Solutions and survey data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). There is a lot of fear.”

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Can you buy a home with plans to rent on Airbnb?

Housing Wire

Since FHA loans are designed for primary residences only, you’ll need to live in the home for at least a year before renting it out. You will also need to move into the home within 60 days of closing on your loan). Hard money loans.

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Hard Money Loans – When a Real Estate Investment Needs Fast Financing

Realty Biz

Hard money lending isn’t heard about as much these days but still has a valuable place in the investing world. Hard money lenders generally don’t value real estate in the same ways as most investors and other real estate professionals. Hard money loans can be easier to get, but they can be expensive.

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How to vet private money lenders for real estate investing

Housing Wire

In today’s competitive real estate market, an increasing number of real estate investors are turning to private money lenders to help them close deals faster, enhance property valuations, and increase their returns. The problem with private money lenders is that good ones are hard to come by.

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How to Invest in Real Estate: A 7-Step Beginner’s Guide

The Close

While The Close likes to keep our articles short, this topic needs a bit more explanation, but trust us, it will be worth your while. Hard money loan: These loans typically have a short-term period of 18 months or less (but some hard money loans can be as long as three years) and involve a lender or investor giving you money directly.

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How to Buy a Preforeclosure Home in 9 Steps

The Close

I’ll walk you through everything from figuring out if this strategy suits you to finding listings and ultimately closing the deal on the property. Preforeclosure houses typically occur when a homeowner falls behind on mortgage payments, which results in loan default. What Is a Preforeclosure Property?

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How to Buy a Multifamily Property in 10 Steps

The Close

When looking into your finances, consider the following factors: Closing costs: These are generally 2% to 5% of the property’s sales price and include lender fees, title insurance, property insurance, and property taxes. The higher the home’s sale price, the higher your closing costs.