Skip to main content

Selling a rental with tenants in place (Tampa, FL). How do I verify Proof of Funds to avoid wholesalers?

With the insurance premiums in Florida going absolutely insane lately, I'm looking to offload one of my SFR (single-family rentals) in Tampa. It’s barely cash flowing anymore.

The issue is, I have good tenants in there and I really don't want to disturb them with a million showings or put a sign in the yard. So I'm looking at the off-market route.

I’ve been talking to a few local buying groups. One of them, Home Options, gave me a verbal offer that is actually close to what I need, but I am terrified of getting tied up in a contract with a wholesaler who doesn't actually have the cash and just wants to assign the contract.

For the pros here: What is a "reasonable" Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) to ask for to weed out the fake buyers? Is $5k enough?

How do you verify their Proof of Funds? Do you call their bank directly?

I just want a clean exit without screwing over my tenants or having the deal fall through 3 days before closing.

submitted by /u/rmoreiraa
[link] [comments]

source https://www.reddit.com/r/RealEstate/comments/1qeethw/selling_a_rental_with_tenants_in_place_tampa_fl/
Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Aren't comps/CMAs useless with buyer credits at close happening now?

I'm looking into buying a new construction townhouse in my HCOL US city. I'm seeing builders offering interest rate buydowns worth $20k-$60k on $800k homes (rather than just lowering prices) in order to keep their comps high for their other units, now that buyer demand has been declining. I asked my agent about these, and he said these buydowns aren't even the full story: buyers can write all kinds of other credits into an offer, like their closing costs, prepaid sewer fees, etc. Apparently cash buyers can just write in a "buyer credit at close" for any amount in their offer. So a new townhouse that appeared to sell for $800k in the MLS might have actually been a cash offer with a $100k+ buyer credit at close, meaning the buyer only spent $700k or less in total, but to the rest of the world they can only see the $800k! So that made me realize I can't trust comps/CMAs for other new construction townhouses. The sales prices could be way lower than they appear...
1 comment
Read more

How to Avoid Property Scams in Delhi?

Here’s What You Should Know! Commercial Real Estate (Non-Residential) Buying a property in Delhi can be tricky, especially with all the stories about scams and shady deals. If you're in the market, here are some tips to keep yourself safe:Double-check the documents: Always verify ownership and approvals. Don’t just take someone’s word for it—look at the actual papers. Do your homework on prices: Compare similar properties to avoid overpaying. A little research can save you from a bad deal. Work with trustworthy people: Whether it's a seller or an agent, go for someone who's transparent about pricing and the process. If they’re dodging questions, that’s a red flag. Ask for reviews or references: If someone you’re dealing with has a good track record, they won’t hesitate to share testimonials or connect you with previous clients. I’ve noticed that some property services have started focusing on things like verified listings and clear communication, which makes the whole proc...
Post a Comment
Read more