thanks for answering! My broker was excellent and I knew that it was not his fault because I have the letter stating too many apts owned as investment properties according to Fannie Mae..I am learning quickly before that food stamp line!Thanks I will check out Emigrant because they were my initial bank when we went Coop.Presently I am being offered Harp and was approved in Jan 2012 but that's just for one mortgage...I can not do Chase because they have a SQ FT requirement for mortgages and I have a studio that is less by literally feet but I will ask about REFI.I'll ask again as that's my next call and I think I want to stay within NY because I am getting a feeling my broker was great,I was approved but they were out of state banks...and all this and the bills have to be paid..I am not selling yet,thank you Ella and THE only reason is they started construction outside my window that should last 2-3 years?..I haven't seen anyone for weeks..so that's the story.. I will contact Emigrant first, then WF(but I think I've tried them already)..so many banks, so little TIME!..CASH sounds great but the owners get as little info as possible ,especially from the sponsor, so I can't answer that question about lenders..they hand us the maintenance bill and what it's for...a reason why many people go on and off in one year and a reason, there is NO continuity within any boards, maybe 3 people , at most, stay on for another term..it's ALL about what they can get out of sitting at that board table and not bettering the building. always has been to my knowledge.The things that get accomplished are painting, pointing(years in the making) things like that, we got a new security system that half the tenants don't have a clue how to work…that's just a wee bit of it.
Cash I would have to ask my health insurance people, how that is done because I was told once that it can be put into like an escrow and used only for bills
Thanks so much for your help...I will keep you posted of my results... more
Edwin,
Coops are subject to city and state transfer taxes but not NY state mortgage recording tax. Transfer tax and mortgage recording tax are totally different taxes. When you finance a coop it is actually not a mortgage it is a coop loan since a coop is not "real property" that is why coops are exempt from mortgage recording tax. There is no mortgage to record.
NY state mortgage recording tax is paid by buyers of condos and townhouses that are financing their purchase. Transfer taxes are paid by sellers except when a buyer purchases from a sponsor (new construction, conversion or un-sold shares in a coop) Often the buyer will pay the sponsor's transfer taxes.
When you sell and transfer your coop stock certificate you will have to pay city and state transfer tax but not when you re-finance. Although your coop board most likely will have to approve your re-financing.
Best regards,
Mitchell Hall, Associate Broker
The Corcoran Group
MHALL@corcoran.com
917-312-0924... more
Nets2009,
You may want to look at some regional banks who are looking for options to lend/increase their debt cap. Larger banks are really mitigating risk now, and as the other brokers here have mentioned - not many co-ops are investor friendly - this may turn the larger banks off. Additionally, most banks have a list of approved co-ops. You can easily call different banks and speak with a loan specialist who can tell you if they would invest in your co-op.
Other than those things, everything with the refinance will be the same as if you were refinancing your home - well, you will need board approval, but other than that - it should be painless.
If you need assistance, reach out or contact some of the other agents that the brokers below have recommended.
Travis R. Old
CitySites Real Estate Group... more
I don't think there is anyone. Also, you have to keep in mind, if you can't qualify for the co-op board, it doesn't matter who will lend to you. The co-op will look at your income more closely than a bank will.
Just because you are self employed, doesn't mean you can't qualify. If you don't show enough income you can't qualify.... more
Good morning Dean,
If you are a Veteran of the Armed Forces and you qualify for VA Guaranteed mortgage financing, then eligible Veterans are permitted to financing up to 100% of the purchase price of the home. That means no down payment.
http://www.trulia.com/blog/tcurranmortgage/2011/10/va_mortga…
For other HomeBuyers, Non-Veterans, the program in the Bronx for qualified Homebuyers with the lowest down payment requirement currently is the FHA or Federal Housing Administration. The FHA Insures mortgages made by banks and Mortgage Bankers and allows for a down payment of only 3.5%.
After FHA, Conventional financing through either FannieMae or FreddieMac allows for a minimum down payment of 5%. The Lender will need to obtain approval from a Private Mortgage Insurance company (PMI) to complete the loan approval.
The best way to have these questions answered in a timely manner is to locate a local Mortgage Banker with at least 15 years experience. Mortgage professionals like myself who work for local Mortgage Bankers are Licensed as opposed to the registered status of sales people at regular banks. Thus you will receive a higher level of service which is just what a First Time HomeBuyer needs in the Bronx.
I hope that helps!
Trevor Curran NMLS #40140... more
Congratulations! As some of the other NYC brokers mentioned coops have their own financial requirements. If you can get a mortgage and have the down payment you can probably buy a condo. If a seller accepts an offer from you the condo can either excersize or waive their first "right of refusal" Condos are more expensive than coops. Coops are more difficult to buy and they can reject you for any or no reason. Most coops look for cash flow (income) income to debt ratio of 25% or less and (liquidity) liquid assets cash/stocks bonds left after the closing to cover 2 years w2orth of maintenance or 1 year of mortgage payment and maintenance.
If you are a moving to NYC for the first time I would strongly suggest renting first, get comfortable in your new job and new city. Discover the neighborhoods and type of buildings suited to your new lifestyle.
I'm happy to answer any questions about the buying or renting process in NYC.
Best,
Mitchell Hall, Associate Broker
The Corcoran Group
917-312-0924
MHALL@corcoran.com... more
I have had a similar deal in financial district. Had it financed through Congress Capital Group. The requirement was for 25% pre-sale of units and no ongoing litigation against developer or HOA.
www.congresscapitalgroup.com... more
962748,
It is disappointing to hear people in the RE/Lending industry saying "yes you can! just call me and I'll give you "my guy's number". It is just this kind of shady approach to business that got the entire industry embroiled in chaos.
I am a mortgage banker that has also been a broker, and I have been successful in the business in good times and bad. I fact my career has now spanned 15 years. After 15 years, you either become a crook, or someone who genuinely helps clients solve their problems. Everyone else is either selling insurance or cars after their stint in the "goldmine" (HA!).
The reality is this: the likelyhood of you getting financed being self employed and taking last year off are very very slim. I could lie to you, just to get a phone call, like I suspect most of these people are doing, or I can just tell you the truth. Which approach do you want? I know which one I would want.
You mentioned that "you would not be interested in an above market rate" if you could not get one. Well, if you look at it logically, why would a lender give a person who takes time off whenever they want (to the tune of 1 year?!) vs a person that has a predictable, stable income history? Tell me the truth, which one would you lend your money to, if it came out of your personal bank account? I doubt very much that it would be the "on again, off again guy" in terms of employment history. You know it, and I know it.
OK, here is the deal: if you are not willing to pay above market, then get with the market that you are competing against as a borrower. Go to work either for yourself for 24 months straight, (and show the true income on your tax returns) or go to work for someone else for 12 moths or more and document it.
There is no free lunch out there, earn your way in, and you will be fine. This is old fashioned advice that every one with "a guy" will probably throw stones at. Throw away!... more
Hi Benny,
You can buy an investment property anywhere in USA. Here in Northern California, (Greater Bay Area, Greater Sacramento) there are many foreclosed/short sale properties selling at 50-60% off their peak prices. The net rental yield can go as high as around 8% net p/a.
You can get a mortgage too even as a foreign national. The down payment is typically around 50% and the interest rate hovers around 5% p/a for an ARM (Adjustable Rate Mortgage). It is pretty easy to qualify for the loan. Most banks may want documentation on your income and assets, but there is one bank which is pretty easy to qualify. There is also one global bank, which gives a great interest rate for a 30 y fixed loan, however you have to have $100k in a checking account in their bank.
In USA, there are :
a. property taxes, in california around 1%+ p/a, except for areas which have mello-roos
b. income taxes for the rent, however because of depreciation, typically you will not be liable for any income taxes.
c. capital gains taxes. When you sell at a profit, there will be capital gains taxes. However you can elect to be taxed on a net basis, which is essentially the same as US nationals. Please contact me for further information, I can send you some material from a big 6 accounting firm and/or refer you also to some cpas who are experts in this subject.
d. estate taxes. you may wish to create a vehicle (such as an LLC) to buy these properties.
Refer to www. BuyHomeInUS.com for more information for foreigners wanting to buy a home in USA. Do contact me for any further questions, or if you are interested in CA properties which are on sale right now.
best regards,
James Tan
Bethany Real Estate and Investments
916-230-5250... more
I have had sales in buildings with high investor concentration. Last one was financed through Congress Capital Group in NY. They are mortgage brokers, but client was very happy with the process and results a s well.... more
Hi,
I am a New York loan officer, please feel free to contact me. I would like to know more about your situation.
Thank you,
Rocco Guercio
347-462-4210
To Investor:
You should not utilize a mortgage broker but instead you should go directly to a bank. Many lenders like myself have the ability to broker as well. What we do at RHF is provide lending directly from our own funds but in your instance we would utilize our investors and broker your particular loan to a Portfolio Lender. A portfolio lender does not sell their loans. Like Chris suggested HSBC is a portfolio lender so they would be an option. The advantage of working with a correspondent lender is I have the ability to look at various investors whereas HSBC is limited to there own products they offer. All lenders for the most part offer 30 Year Fixed Rate mortgages. Call me to discuss further. Peter Brown 914-202-4861 or pbrown@rhfunding.com... more