Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Are You Considered Using A Hard Money Lender?

One of the most common hurdles for new investors is finding money to fund their deals. While this can be a struggle at times, finding the capital you are looking for is currently more accessible than ever. Between lines of credit, private lenders, retirement funds, credit cards, and traditional bank loans, numerous options are available to those who know where to look. The key is to find a funding source that works for you. Often, that source will be a hard money lender. The hard money lender in phoenix has gotten a bad rap over the years but has proven a reliable way to fund deals. If you don't have a hard money lender in Arizona outlet or have yet to use one, now may be the time to find as much information on them as possible.

A hard money lender is an individual or group of individuals that lend money on their own terms. They put stock in the property and the real financials of the borrower more than anything else. With traditional lender financing, if your credit score falls below a certain threshold you may have trouble getting approved regardless of other factors. However, Phoenix hard money lenders have their own set of criteria. For this flexibility, there are more fees and higher interest rates to deal with. Some investors will balk at those opting for lower rates that banks offer. This can work on certain properties and deals, but you need to be able to act quickly on those that are time-sensitive, and that's exactly what hard money allows you to do. Here are just a few of the benefits of using a hard money lender:

1. Speed: In today's real estate landscape, how quickly you can close is often more important than the amount you offer. Too many lenders have been burned in the past waiting for deals to close that never do. Even if they do close, the average length of a financed transaction approaches 45 days. Most sellers would rather take a slight discount with the assurance they can close in a week than risk closing in 45 days. This speed gives you the ability to make offers with five or seven-day closings. On borderline deals, you can bet that your offer will be the one that is accepted.

2. Volume: Instead of waiting 45 days to start working on the property, you can cut the time down to just a few weeks. Shaving a few weeks off every rehab project you start gives you the opportunity to close more deals over the course of a year. Adding just one or two deals to your portfolio will increase your bottom line exponentially. Often, you may be able to close two or three times the volume you closed the previous year. When the number of deals, you complete starts to creep upward, so will the number of contacts you make. The people you meet are just as important as the deals themselves, if not more so. Remember, real estate is a people business. The more deals you do, the more contacts you can make. In turn, those contacts may even lead to more deals.

3. Quality: Having capital to close is only part of the benefits that coincide with Arizona hard money. With hard money in your corner, you could do whatever needs to be done for the property. Instead of cutting corners to save money, you can do the work that you know needs to be done. This will help you maximize your bottom line and improve your reputation in the industry. Realtors and fellow investors who see your finished products may want to work with you down the road. Quality will also help get your property sold to end buyers much faster. Instead of hoping that an offer comes in, you will have your choice of deals to choose from.

4. Bigger Projects: Increased capital allows you to slowly build your way up to bigger projects. Instead of looking solely at single-family properties, you can start to look at multifamily and commercial deals. Furthermore, closing more deals will increase your personal capital and give you a larger share of bigger deals. There is nothing wrong with sticking to condos and single-family properties, but having hard money behind you gives you the opportunity to explore other options that come your way.

Aligning yourself with a hard money lender doesn't mean you have to use them on every deal. A property that you want to buy, and hold may be better served with a long-term interest rate of around four percent. However, most rehab projects need the efficiency that hard money brings. The goal should be to save some capital from every deal until you have enough saved to fund them yourself. Until you get to that point, you may have to make a little less per deal to increase your bottom line.
The biggest knocks on hard money are the high fees and points. These accrue from the time of settlement until you can sell the property. In some cases, it can span several months. However, it is a small price to pay for what you get. The annual interest over just a few months is a relatively small factor compared to all the other expenses you will incur. Additionally, you only pay these on deals you close. If you can't close, you can't earn, and hard money helps you close more deals. It is not for everyone in every deal, but should be a part of your financing options.

Dennis Dahlberg
Broker/RI/CEO/MLO
Level 4 Funding LLC 
Hard Money Lender
Hard Money Loans
Hard Money Loan
Arizona Tel:  (623) 582-4444
Texas Tel:      (512) 516-1177
Dennis@level4funding.com
Dennis Dahlberg Broker/RI/CEO



NMLS 1057378 | AZMB 0923961 | MLO 1057378
22601 N 19th Ave Suite 112 | Phoenix | AZ | 85027
111 Congress Ave | Austin | Texas | 78701  
About the Author:  Dennis has worked in the real estate industry for the last 40 years. He purchased his first property when he was just 18 years old. He quickly learned about the excellent investment opportunities trust deed investing and hard money loans provided. His desire to help others make money in real estate investing led him to specialize in alternative funding for real estate investors who may have trouble getting a traditional bank loan. Dennis is passionate about alternative funding sources and sharing his knowledge with others to help make their dreams come true. Dennis has been married to his wonderful wife for 43 years. They have two beautiful daughters and five amazing grandchildren. Dennis has been an Arizona resident for the past 45 years.

Monday, August 28, 2023

Check in in to see if you are making money in real estate? 🐭

Here are some of the deals we closed last week.

Do you have a deal that needs quick and easy funding?

We are Private Hard Money Lenders
with over $200,000,000 funded for real estate investors.

Fix and Flip in Buckeye Arizona
Purchased for $55,000
Loan Amount $85,000
Sold for $156,000
Fix and Flip in Scottsdale Arizona
Purchased for $62,500
Loan Amount $94,000
Sold for $155,000

Matt Prosory RI/MLO/Broker
NCO Enterprises LLC
Dba Setabay Private Hard Money

26731 N 90th Drive
Peoria AZ 85383
Telephone: 623-582-4444
NMLS 2062278 NMLS 1118493

Equal Housing Opportunity. This is not a Good Faith Estimate nor a Guarantee to lend and should not be considered as such. Costs, rates, estimates, and terms can only be determined after completing an application. Actual payments will vary based on your situation and current rates. APR for loans ranges from 7.99 - 29.5% and is based on Credit Score, Down Payment, LTV, and Income. Mortgage rates could change daily. For more accurate and personalized results, please call 623 582 4444 to talk to a licensed mortgage expert. Terms and conditions of all loan programs are subject to change without notice. NCO Enterprises LLC Dba Setabay Private Hard Money 26731 N 90th Drive Peoria AZ 85383 Telephone: 623-582-4444 NMLS 2062278 NMLS 1118493 This email is for the exclusive use of the intended recipients and may contain privileged and confidential information. If you are not an intended recipient, please notify the sender, delete the email from your computer, and do not copy or disclose it to anyone else. Your receipt of this message is not intended to waive any applicable privilege. Neither this email nor any attachments establish a client relationship, constitute an electronic signature, or provide consent to contract electronically unless expressed by Matt Prosory RI/CEO, in this email or an attachment. To the extent, this message includes any tax or legal advice. This message is not intended or written by the sender to be used, and cannot be used, for legal or tax purposes or advice. This email is an advertisement.
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Friday, August 25, 2023

Thanks for Signing Up for The Fall Challenge

Dear Friend,
 
You are IN the Fall Challenge!

Many times, people worry whether they have truly been registered, but if you're getting this email, you can be sure that you are registered and good to go. However, if you find in September that you are not receiving weekly emails from me in your inbox, definitely check your spam folder.
 
I look forward to communicating with you regularly and hearing from you about your progress in lowering your glucose levels. 4 months is not a long time, but for most it is long enough!
 
I will be sending you dietary recommendations, links to fantastic recipes, and of course links to my videos (and those of others) encouraging you that you can and must and will "Beat Diabetes." May God bless you on this journey, and give you the grace, the motivation, and the wisdom to experience a major victory in your life in these final months of 2023.
 
I am convinced that this great experiment/adventure will prove to be a turning point in your life. As your blood sugar levels improve, and your insulin levels normalize, you will probably find that your blood pressure improves as well, and if you have arthritis pain, most likely that will also improve. You will be amazed at how many aspects of your health normalize once you tame this monster of runaway blood sugar and hyperinsulinemia.
 
So buckle your seat belt, my friend. Be encouraged. Your life is about to change for the better!
 
God bless you,
 
Dennis Pollock
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Thursday, August 24, 2023

Thanks for Signing Up for The Fall Challenge

Dear Friend,
 
You are IN the Fall Challenge!

Many times, people worry whether they have truly been registered, but if you're getting this email, you can be sure that you are registered and good to go. However, if you find in September that you are not receiving weekly emails from me in your inbox, definitely check your spam folder.
 
I look forward to communicating with you regularly and hearing from you about your progress in lowering your glucose levels. 4 months is not a long time, but for most it is long enough!
 
I will be sending you dietary recommendations, links to fantastic recipes, and of course links to my videos (and those of others) encouraging you that you can and must and will "Beat Diabetes." May God bless you on this journey, and give you the grace, the motivation, and the wisdom to experience a major victory in your life in these final months of 2023.
 
I am convinced that this great experiment/adventure will prove to be a turning point in your life. As your blood sugar levels improve, and your insulin levels normalize, you will probably find that your blood pressure improves as well, and if you have arthritis pain, most likely that will also improve. You will be amazed at how many aspects of your health normalize once you tame this monster of runaway blood sugar and hyperinsulinemia.
 
So buckle your seat belt, my friend. Be encouraged. Your life is about to change for the better!
 
God bless you,
 
Dennis Pollock
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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

The 8 Things you need to do to be a Fix and Flipper

To Be a Successful Home Flipper  Download Your Free Guide.

DownLoad Report Here
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NCO Enterprises LLC
Dba Setabay Private Hard Money
26731 N 90th Drive
Peoria AZ 85383
Telephone: 623-582-4444
NMLS 2062278 NMLS 1118493
 
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Monday, March 13, 2023

Can You Buy A House With Bad Credit in Arizona?

It is entirely possible to buy a house with bad credit In Arizona. If for nothing else, credit reports are essentially a measure to suggest how likely a borrower is to pay their debts back—not a binary indicator of whether someone qualifies for a mortgage. That said, better rates and opportunities are awarded to those with higher scores.
Learning how to buy a house with bad credit starts with undersigning what your current credit score is worth in the eyes of lenders. Here's a general scale of what borrowers can expect to receive concerning their current FICO Score:

Less than 580: Theoretically, borrowers may qualify for a loan with a FICO score lower than 580 (down to 500). However, any borrowers with a FICO score between 500 and 579 will be limited to FHA loans. Since borrowers with a score lower than 580 represent the most significant risk to lenders, the Federal Housing Administration will require their loans to be insured. In addition, to qualify for an FHA loan, borrowers must put down at least 10% and pay off any unpaid collections and judgments.

580 – 669: Borrowers with a FICO Score between 580 and 669 may also qualify for an FHA loan but won't necessarily have to put as much money upfront. Mo borrowers in this range may qualify for an FHA loan with as little as 3.5% down. Perhaps even more importantly—for some—this is the range that qualifies borrowers for loans guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA loans). This is also the range borrowers may be able to apply for a conventional loan (if they meet other requirements).

670 – 739: Borrowers with a FICO Score between 670 and 739 may apply for conventional loans. Since they represent less risk than the previous categories, borrowers with a credit score in this area will have more options.

740 – 799: Borrowers who fall under this category are considered to have a very good credit score, which means lenders are more willing to extend them more credit at a better rate.
Eight hundred or more: Anyone with a credit score of 800 or more represents the least amount of risk to lenders. Since borrowers in the category are the most likely to pay back their debts without defaulting, lenders and banks are more willing to extend larger amounts of credit at their most competitive rates.

Home loans for bad credit holders do exist. However, the better the credit score, the more opportunities borrowers will gain access to.




Dennis Dahlberg
Broker/RI/CEO/MLO
Level 4 Funding LLC
Hard Money Lender
Hard Money Loans
Hard Money Loan
Arizona Tel: (623) 582-4444
Texas Tel: (512) 516-1177
Dennis@level4funding.com
Dennis Dahlberg Broker/RI/CEO


NMLS 1057378 | AZMB 0923961 | MLO 1057378
22601 N 19th Ave Suite 112 | Phoenix | AZ | 85027
111 Congress Ave | Austin | Texas | 78701

Equal Housing Opportunity. This is not a Good Faith Estimate and this is not a Guarantee to lend and should not be considered as such. Costs, rates, estimates and terms can only be determined after completion of a full application. Actual payments will vary based on your individual situation and current rates. APR for loans vary from 7.99 - 29.5% and is based on Credit Score, Down Payment, LTV, Income. Mortgage rates could change daily. To get more accurate and personalized results, please call 623 582 4444 to talk to one of our licensed mortgage experts. Terms and conditions of all loan programs are subject to change without notice. Level 4 Funding LLC, 22601 N 19th Ave Suite 112, Phoenix AZ 85027, 623-582-4444 NMLS 1018071 AZMB 0923961 This e-mail is for the exclusive use of the intended recipients, and may contain privileged and confidential information. If you are not an intended recipient, please notify the sender, delete the e-mail from your computer and do not copy or disclose it to anyone else. Your receipt of this message is not intended to waive any applicable privilege. Neither this e-mail nor any attachment's establish a client relationship, constitute an electronic signature or provide consent to contract electronically, unless expressly so stated by Dennis Dahlberg RI/CEO, Level 4 Funding LLC, in the body of this e-mail or an attachment. To the extent this message includes any tax or legal advice this message is not intended or written by the sender to be used, and cannot be used, for legal or tax purposes or advice.
 

About the Author: Dennis has been working in the real estate industry in some capacity for the last 40 years. He purchased his first property when he was just 18 years old. He quickly learned about the amazing investment opportunities provided by trust deed investing and hard money loans. His desire to help others make money in real estate investing led him to specialize in alternative funding for real estate investors who may have trouble getting a traditional bank loan. Dennis is passionate about alternative funding sources and sharing his knowledge with others to help make their dreams come true. Dennis has been married to his wonderful wife for 43 years. They have 2 beautiful daughters 5 amazing grandchildren. Dennis has been an Arizona resident for the past 40 years.

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

Options For Buying A Home With Bad Credit Mortgage

The best home loan option with bad credit depends on how low your score is. If your score is below 600, you probably should look into an FHA loan or VA loan.

Of course, the best option is to work on repairing your credit score before you submit a mortgage application. While this is not the answer borrowers want to read or hear, it's the most practical and can save you thousands in interest payments. Not only will you have more mortgage options, but you might be able to get your loan with a lower income requirement and down payment.
Of course, as stated above, if you have a score of 500 or below, you probably won't be able to do anything except wait until you increase it. Also, if you're looking to buy a house with a bankruptcy on your credit, you will need to wait at least 2 years before a lender will start considering you for a new mortgage with bad credit.
You can take the necessary steps to grow your score by understanding the following:

Payment history: Your payment history is responsible for 35% of your score. This is the main reason people are continually saying "pay your bills on time" regarding your credit score.
Credit utilization: The amount of credit you are currently using is also known as your credit utilization and is responsible for 30% of your score. The more credit you're using, the higher your credit utilization, the lower your score can become. It would help if you looked to keep your total credit usage under 30%.
Age of credit history: This is most often referred to as your "average age of accounts" and is one of the few factors you have almost no control over. Your credit history is basically the age of your oldest credit account, new credit accounts and the average ages of all the accounts on your credit report. The length of your credit history makes up 15% of your score.
Credit mix/types of credit: When you look at your report, you'll notice that there are a few different types of credit on your report. Those can be revolving credit (like credit cards) or installment loans (like car loans or personal loans). Having a mix of credit is a good thing for your score, and it is responsible for 10% of it.
Amount of new credit: Having an account less than 6 months old is usually considered having new credit. Your score will be impacted whenever you add a new account because it will give you a hard inquiry and decrease your average age of accounts. Be mindful when applying for new credit as it contributes to 10% of your overall score.

Increase Your Available Credit

Once you get a better handle on things and have started improving your score, increasing your available credit can help raise it a little faster. You can do this by either paying down balances or making a credit limit increase request. This effort helps increase your credit score because you will decrease your credit utilization, which is a huge factor in determining your score. Remember, it's best to have a higher credit score to buy a house and apply for mortgages.
And guess what: Most credit card companies allow you to request as many increases as you like without it causing a hard pull on your credit.

Add New Accounts (In Bulk)

Adding new accounts also means you'll be increasing available credit and increasing your overall credit mix. Doing this in bulk is even better because it puts everything in the same time frame. Your inquiries will all fall off on the same day, any new accounts will age together, and you'll add more available credit to your report.
This change also allows you to establish an even stronger payment history on your credit report. It usually takes less than 30 – 45 days to see the effects of adding bulk, new accounts to your report.

Pay For Deletions

One of the worst items you can have on your credit report is a collection. Collections show lenders that you owe money to someone and have not attempted to pay it back.
Even if you pay the collection off, it can remain on your report as "Paid," which is better than having an outstanding collection. However, the best result which will help even more is to request the items be deleted from your credit report if you make a latepayment.
Before making a payment for deletions, make sure you get the transaction in writing. It will be like you never received that collection, thus increasing your credit score and giving lenders one less reason to decline you.

Stay Away From Hard Credit Inquiries

While getting an insurance quote won't affect your credit score, applying for any type of new credit will. Having too many hard inquiries on your credit is not a good thing.
When applying for any type of financial transaction that requires a credit pull, always check if it's a hard or soft pull. Avoid doing anything requiring a hard pull close to when you apply for a mortgage.

Find A Co-signer

Depending on your mortgage, you may be able to qualify for a home loan with a co-signer. This addition can help bump you over the credit threshold as the co-signer's income and assets will be considered along with yours. You may also qualify for a larger loan amount with a co-signer, even with bad credit, which can give you a bigger budget when shopping for a home.

In most cases, a co-signer will only help lower your debt-to-income ratio, which by itself helps with qualification. Another person's income and assets will make it easier for you to afford for a higher monthly mortgage payment. Most of the time, the lowest median credit score of all borrowers on the loan is the one that counts. However, if multiple borrowers are getting a loan backed by Fannie Mae, the guidelines allow for lenders to average median scores of the borrowers. This can mean the difference between qualifying or not getting the loan.

For example, if you have a median credit score of 580 and your co-signer has a score of 720, you couldn't qualify with both incomes until recently. Now Fannie Mae policy, in many instances, is to average the scores, coming out at 650. You can get the loan.

It's important to note that for the purposes of determining your interest rate and mortgage insurance cost, the lowest median score is still used, so your rate may be slightly higher. Additionally, the averaging of credit scores doesn't apply to every loan option. We encourage you to speak with your Home Loan Expert.

The Bottom Line On Bad Credit Home Loans

Applying for a home loan Having bad credit doesn't mean you can't enjoy the benefits of homeownership. Instead, it might just require additional research when looking for financing.
With a loan backed by the government like an FHA loan, you can qualify for a mortgage even with a 500 credit score. It might be tempting to buy a home as soon as possible, but it's better to take the time to assess available options and interest rates while you start shopping for a loan.




Dennis Dahlberg
Broker/RI/CEO/MLO
Level 4 Funding LLC
Hard Money Lender
Hard Money Loans
Hard Money Loan
Arizona Tel: (623) 582-4444
Texas Tel: (512) 516-1177
Dennis@level4funding.com
Dennis Dahlberg Broker/RI/CEO


NMLS 1057378 | AZMB 0923961 | MLO 1057378
22601 N 19th Ave Suite 112 | Phoenix | AZ | 85027
111 Congress Ave | Austin | Texas | 78701

Equal Housing Opportunity. This is not a Good Faith Estimate and this is not a Guarantee to lend and should not be considered as such. Costs, rates, estimates and terms can only be determined after completion of a full application. Actual payments will vary based on your individual situation and current rates. APR for loans vary from 7.99 - 29.5% and is based on Credit Score, Down Payment, LTV, Income. Mortgage rates could change daily. To get more accurate and personalized results, please call 623 582 4444 to talk to one of our licensed mortgage experts. Terms and conditions of all loan programs are subject to change without notice. Level 4 Funding LLC, 22601 N 19th Ave Suite 112, Phoenix AZ 85027, 623-582-4444 NMLS 1018071 AZMB 0923961 This e-mail is for the exclusive use of the intended recipients, and may contain privileged and confidential information. If you are not an intended recipient, please notify the sender, delete the e-mail from your computer and do not copy or disclose it to anyone else. Your receipt of this message is not intended to waive any applicable privilege. Neither this e-mail nor any attachment's establish a client relationship, constitute an electronic signature or provide consent to contract electronically, unless expressly so stated by Dennis Dahlberg RI/CEO, Level 4 Funding LLC, in the body of this e-mail or an attachment. To the extent this message includes any tax or legal advice this message is not intended or written by the sender to be used, and cannot be used, for legal or tax purposes or advice.
 

About the Author: Dennis has been working in the real estate industry in some capacity for the last 40 years. He purchased his first property when he was just 18 years old. He quickly learned about the amazing investment opportunities provided by trust deed investing and hard money loans. His desire to help others make money in real estate investing led him to specialize in alternative funding for real estate investors who may have trouble getting a traditional bank loan. Dennis is passionate about alternative funding sources and sharing his knowledge with others to help make their dreams come true. Dennis has been married to his wonderful wife for 43 years. They have 2 beautiful daughters 5 amazing grandchildren. Dennis has been an Arizona resident for the past 40 years.

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