Financing 2-4 Unit Multifamily
FIG Financing Videos
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Hello everyone, my name is Lane Aldrich, I am with First Colony Mortgage. I oversee all the investor-facing financing for the Fourplex Investment Group. I want to take some time today to do an introduction to FIG’s financing process. I’ll dive into the model of FIG on the financing side and how it’s a little bit different than other purchases in real estate that you’ve likely experienced up to this point. My goal is to make sure that you have a good introduction as to how this process works as you dive into and make a purchase with FIG.
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It’s common to have questions on how our financing works since our process is a little unique. FIG is a pre-construction model and is wholesale—so while you’re in the early stages of working with us, understanding the financing process and getting pre-approved is important. To help you out, we’ve created this section on our site to give you short videos on our process and general info.
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Financing a new construction duplex, triplex, or fourplex in a masterplan community is pretty unique. A lot of times investors come to us and say “oh, I already have a bank.” That’s okay, but kind of not. So we want to talk about that…
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In the last 6 years, Lane Aldrich has overseen the financing for about $600 million worth of build-to-rent multifamily. His office does just as much (if not more) than anyone in the country when it comes to financing new construction 2-4 unit properties…
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Common Questions
Topics Covered:
- What is the construction loan going to look like?
- Can I get my own or not?
- Explaining interest rates and prime plus one
- Are construction loans expensive?
- Breaking down payments
- 12-month timeframes
- Is it easier to get a construction loan than a 30-yr fixed?
- What if the builder takes longer than the contract period?
- Incentives/penalties for the builder to finish on time
- Has FIG changed its construction loan process since FIG has been in business?
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Let’s go over the timeline of a 2-4 unit multifamily purchase on the financing side. Specifically new construction financing. Once you’ve knocked out your pre-approval and closed on the construction loan, what next?
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- Initial cash to close
- Are there ways to “house hack” or come in with a smaller down payment?
- Is the project cohesive with FHA or VA financing?
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- What are interest reserve accounts used for?
- Why are the closing costs higher than on similar multifamily transactions?
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What documents are required to get pre-approved for a residential multi-family loan.
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Intro to setting up entity structure with Steve Olson, Director of Sales, Fourplex Investment Group.
- What if I want to buy multiple properties with FIG in multiple states?
- How does that work?
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- Can you all go in together and purchase a fourplex as a group?
- What does that look like?
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- I’m about to close on my construction loan for my FIG purchase. What’s next?
- Am I going to be making payments every month? What does that look like?
- What interest is due?
- What if there are funds left over in my interest reserve account after construction is complete?
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Market Updates
“About a month ago, Fannie Mae came out and said they are reassessing their portfolio and the number of loans that they are going to allow. They also stated that they do not want their portfolio of second homes and investment properties to exceed 7% of all loan volume that’s originated through these conventional loan channels…”
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We’re over a year into the pandemic. How has that affected lending? Is it harder to get loans? Is lending still available?
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FIG’s director of sales, Steve Olson, reflects on the last year and what current trends hint at as we get ready for new multifamily developments in 2021.
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We brought on guest speaker, Mark Barbour, of Specialty Tax Advisors to discuss common questions/strategies we can apply as multifamily investors.
Some of the items covered:
- Reasons to purchase a fourplex
- Qualifying as a real estate professional
- Benefits of cost segregation
- Equity build-up during construction
- Case Studies, Brickyard & Bridgestone Crossing
- Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017
- Bonus depreciation
- 45L tax credits
- (CARES ACT) Coronavirus Aid, Relief, Economic Security Act
- Current tax law vs President Biden’s tax plan
- Closing thoughts, Q&A
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Getting a FIG Pre-Approval
Navigating financing for new construction 2-4 unit investments can be a smooth experience when working with a banker that specializes in these products. FIG’s preferred lender, Lane Aldrich has assisted investors with securing over $250M in multi-family financing in just the last few years and is well equipped for coordinating the financing of your purchase.
Here is how his role in the purchasing process will add value to your overall experience:
A joint review of the pre-approval & financing procedure for securing your FIG investment
Secure a pre-approval for both your construction loan & your Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac long term mortgage upon property completion
Submit your construction loan package to our construction banking partner when your property is nearing the construction phase
Provide competitive long term financing options when facilitating your permanent refinance loan upon completion of your property
If you have already secured a reservation with FIG or have plans to, you can get the pre-approval process started by clicking on the “Start Approval” button below and viewing the mortgage documentation checklist.
Helpful Links: FIG FAQ, The FIG Process