Zero Down
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Zero Down Real Estate Investment: A Guide to Getting Started Without Your Own Cash
Can You Invest in Real Estate with No Money Down?
Absolutely. By understanding a few key strategies, you can dive into real estate investing without using your own funds for a down payment.
The Reality of Zero Down Payments
"Zero down" doesn’t mean no down payment at all. Instead, it means the down payment won’t be your money. Most sellers require something upfront if they’re financing, and banks typically don’t offer 100% financing for investment properties. So, where can the down payment come from?
Making Profit Without Cash
Yes, it’s possible. At a recent local investor meeting, an investor shared how he found a fixer-upper but lacked the financing. What did he do? He assigned the contract to another investor for $6,000. His investment was just a $500 "good faith" deposit and his time. This strategy, known as "flipping," allowed him to profit without actually purchasing the property.
The key was spotting a good deal and including a clause in the contract to assign it to another investor. Even using a credit card for the $500 deposit, the cost would have been minimal, proving that zero down is both feasible and profitable.
Other Zero Down Strategies
Want to complete the purchase, renovation, and sale without ever using your own money? There are numerous methods, including partnering with others. For instance, I’ll soon be meeting with an investor interested in using my funds to renovate a property, hoping to share in the profits. If the deal is solid, investors are eager to contribute their money.
Combining Techniques for Zero Investment
Imagine finding a landlord eager to sell a run-down property for $80,000. You see potential: with $4,000 in repairs, it could sell for $116,000. Minus costs, there’s a potential $27,000 profit. You have no funds?"how do you proceed?
Offer the seller $85,000, using a $500 credit card advance as a deposit. Propose $5,000 down, no payments, and the balance due in a year with 7% interest. Why agree? He gets more than he asked for, plus interest. His property will be improved, and he’ll have a first mortgage on a more valuable asset.
Next, find an investor with $15,000 to cover the down payment, repairs, and expenses. In return, they’ll recoup their investment plus half the profits. Completing the project efficiently could net both of you over $10,000.
This setup benefits everyone: the seller receives more than expected, the investor gains a strong return, and you profit without spending your own money. Ensuring everyone wins is the key to a successful zero down deal.
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