Real estate is one of the best ways of investing your money. At the end of the struggle, it is good to know that you own something of your own and you can fetch a good price forit. Even though the returns always look good, the investment part is a challenge because financing a real estate investment or even a home is too expensive.
Despite the possible low interest rates offered by banks and housing corporations, there is a steady rise in home prices and quick financing options aren’t available. Fortunately, amidst these challenges, there still is a way out for you. Some of the tips and strategies you can implement include:
1) Make a sizeable down payment
Your mortgage insurance doesn’t cover your investments in property and to secure traditional financing on the property, you’ll be required to put down at least 20% of the property’s value. A sizeable initial down payment means that you will qualify for a better interest rate thus manageable to finance the property.
2) Have an excellent credit score
The bank or the investor will take a look at your credit score before signing the deal. An excellent credit score means that you pay off your debts in time, hence you are a strong borrower. For instance, with a good credit score that is above 720, the lender sees you as a strong borrower and you will be given the loan or the financing option with lower interest rates compared to someone with poor credit or a low credit score.
3) Don’t take a personal loan to finance the real estate project
Personal loans are often unsecured and there isn’t collateral signed against the loan. When looking for money to make a down payment on a home purchase, you should find every other alternative but avoid taking a personal loan. Though unsecured online personal loans are easily available, having a personal loan to repay and a home mortgage will place a bigger burden on your finances in the long run.
Repayment of the mortgage and the personal loan principals, as well as the interests on these loans, plus the transaction fees will ruin your ability to manage your finances and expenses. Some lenders decline to approve such transactions.
4) Avoid the big banks
If the real estate project isn’t as big, you may consider financing from other places other than banks. There are many lending institutions online that charge low interests. You may also consider peer to peer lenders who have various loan products to meet your needs.
5) Find alternatives to loans
If you take time to look at the financial market, you will find many alternative options for raising money to finance your project. Renovation or down payment money can be obtained from life insurance policies, home equity lines of credit, or your 401k account. These alternatives are affordable.
6) Be cautious of predators
There are predators in the market. They will present to you attractive financing deals that if taken seriously will lead to unimaginable losses. Stay away from aggressive sales agents or companies asking for deposits.
In conclusion, owning a home or a real estate property is a dream to many and with these tips, you can be a home or a real estate investor too. Take your time and be patient with the market. Finally, be smart and exercise caution always.
About Author: Content provided by Mauneel Desai a financial expert. Research and risk management is his forte and he loves to share his professional experience on his personal blog Mauneeldesai.net.
