Owner financing is when the **seller acts as the bank**, letting you make monthly payments directly to them instead of getting a loan through a traditional lender. It’s faster, more flexible, and a great option for buyers who might not qualify for conventional loans or investors looking for creative solutions.
- 🏠 **Purchase Price:** $149,000 + $14,900 Down Payment
- 💳 **Loan Terms:** 10 years at 10% interest
- 💰 **Monthly Payment:** ~$1,964.31
- 💵 **Total Paid Over 10 Years:** ~$235,717
Perfect for buyers who want to skip the bank and work directly with the seller!
- 🏠 **Purchase Price:** $149,000 + $14,900 Down
- 🔧 **Repair Budget:** $50,000
- 💎 **After Repair Value (ARV):** $250,000
- 💳 **Loan Terms:** 10 years at 10% interest (but you plan to sell within 12 months).
💸 **Costs to Sell:**
- Realtor Commission (6%): $15,000 (Varies per deal)
- Closing Costs: $5,000
- Total Investment: $149,000 + $50,000 + $15,000 + $5,000 = **$219,000**
- After Sale: $250,000 - $219,000 = **$31,000 Profit**
Great for investors who want a flexible way to acquire property, fix it up, and sell for a profit!
**Hard money loans** are short-term loans from private lenders, great for investors who need fast funding to fix and flip properties.
💰 **Example for the Same Property:**
- **Loan Amount:** Up to 70% ARV = $175,000 (covers purchase + $26,000 in repairs).
- **Interest Rate:** 12% (1% per month).
- **Points:** 2% upfront = $3,500.
💳 **Costs:**
- Monthly Interest: $1,750 × 12 months = $21,000.
- Out-of-Pocket Repairs: $24,000.
- Total Investment: $223,500.
📈 **Profit:** After selling at $250,000, profit = $26,500.
✔️ Buyers with poor credit.
✔️ Investors looking for flexibility.
✔️ Flippers who need fast, easy funding.
Which option works for you? Let’s talk! 💬