Below the Surface: Will a Finished Basement Add Value to Your Investment Property?
Table of contents How Much Does Finishing a Basement Increase Property Value? The Pros and Cons of Renovating a Basement To Finish or Not to Finish Final Thoughts A Financing Partner For Your Home Renovation Needs Frequently Asked Questions Is it worth it to finish a basement? This is a common question among real estate […]
Why Some Investors Still Bet on Starter Homes—and What You Can Learn
Table of contents What is a Starter Home? The Benefits of Starter Homes for Investors Building Momentum with Starter Home Projects Frequently Asked Questions In the fast-paced, competitive, and highly profitable world of real estate investing, starter homes are often a less enticing–and less profitable—investment option. Instead, investors are lured in and tempted to chase […]
What to Expect: The Flip/Build House Loan Process From Start to Finish
Table of contents Step 1: Soft Credit Pull – Fast, No-Impact Check Step 2: Submit Your Track Record – Show Us Your Experience Step 3: Appraisal – Establishing Current and After-Repair Value Step 4: Purchase Contract – The Deal on Paper Step 5: Scope of Work – Your Project Blueprint Step 6: Entity Documents – […]
Gaining Experience in the Flipping World: Flipping Houses for Beginners
Table of contents What Is House Flipping? Common First Flip Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Final Takeaway Frequently Asked Questions Flipping houses can be one of the most rewarding paths in real estate investing—both financially and personally. There’s nothing like transforming a worn-out property into a market-ready home and walking away with a profit. […]
What Is a Lopsided Deal in Fix and Flip?
Table of contents Understanding What Makes a Deal “Lopsided” Why Lopsided Deals Happen Can Lopsided Deals Work? How FACo Approaches Lopsided Deals Why Experience Matters More in These Deals The Role of Loan-to-Cost (LTC) in Lopsided Projects When a Lopsided Deal Doesn’t Work How to Strengthen Your Case with the Lender FACo: Your Partner for […]
Does Your Flip Need an Architect or Structural Engineer?
Table of contents Do I need an architect or structural engineer for this project? When an Architect Is Typically Needed What Does an Architect Actually Do? Why Lenders Care About Architects and Engineers When You Don’t Need an Architect or Engineer The Cost vs. Value of Hiring a Professional Integrating Professional Oversight Into Your Flip […]
Building Your Dream Team: Essential Players Every Fix and Flip Investor Needs
Table of contents Why Do You Need a House Flipping Team? Real Estate Agent Home Inspector Contractors Private Lenders Finance of America Commercial: Your Fix and Flip Teammate Frequently Asked Questions The Boston Celtics recently won the NBA title, in what some call the greatest all-around team championship in sports history. In business, as with […]
5 House Renovation Ideas That Will Skyrocket Your Property’s Resale Value
Table of contents 1. Update the Color Scheme 2. Install New Hardware 3. Enhance the Landscape 4. Replace the Entry Door and Old Windows 5. Redesign the Kitchen Finance of America Commercial: Reliable & Flexible Bridge Financing Frequently Asked Questions For real estate investors in the flipping market, home renovations are a pricey but essential […]
Beyond the Flip: Exploring Alternative Exit Strategies for Real Estate Investors
Table of contents What is an Exit Strategy in Real Estate? 3 Alternative Exit Strategies for Real Estate Investors Looking to Scale Creating an Exit Strategy: Step-by-Step The #1 Real Estate Investment Partners Frequently Asked Questions With the average home sale prices in the US increasing by more than 8% over the past year, real […]