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\"creative<\/a>With a tightening of lending regulations and eligibility criteria it can be a challenge to get a mortgage in your own country, so when it comes to creative financing options to start a new business or fund the purchase of international real estate, there are plenty of options for those who can think outside the box.<\/p>\n

For example, real estate agents are used to seeing a regular flow of international buyers and some are putting down cash while others are looking for finance to help them buy a property.<\/p>\n

Here are four potential ways you might be able to fund your dream investment:<\/p>\n

The Conventional Route<\/h3>\n

It is always worth establishing in the first instance, whether you’re able to obtain a “traditional” loan.<\/p>\n

Investors who are building a portfolio of less than ten properties in their own name may well find that they are able to qualify for a traditional loan without any special terms or restrictions being imposed, subject of course to the usual eligibility criteria such as having a sufficient income and a good credit record.<\/p>\n

If you’re looking to acquire a larger portfolio of investment properties, you may still be able to get the funding you need from a traditional lender, but portfolio loans are more likely to be judged on the asset’s performance capability rather than your financial credit standing<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Crowd Funding<\/h3>\n

Are loans for women hard to get? In a word: yes. Banks and mainstream lending institutions have been criticized in certain circles for a lack of flexibility and imagination when it comes to lending out their money in the wake of the global financial crisis, which seemed to reset attitudes.<\/p>\n

Although a certain amount of normality has subsequently returned to the mortgage market, things have moved on and there are now alternative ways of getting finance, such as using crowdfunding — that is, raising small amounts of money from a large number of people, typically via the Internet.<\/p>\n

Private Loans<\/h3>\n

Single Family Rental<\/a> (SFR) investment properties are the ideal candidate for private loans. And investors looking to build a portfolio for themselves can often find some funding via the private loan route.<\/p>\n

These type of loans are often considered suitable for investors who either don’t qualify for traditional loans or if you are trying to buy property as a foreign national.<\/p>\n

There are a number of sources to explore where private financing may be attainable. So it is worth asking your financial adviser or property consultant whether they’re able to provide leads or introductions.<\/p>\n

Using a Self-directed IRA<\/h3>\n

Depending on your residential status, you may well be able to use funds from your pension or self-directed IRA.<\/p>\n

The IRS doesn’t specifically state which type of investments are allowed to be included within your self-directed IRA. But it does state what is excluded, and real estate, for example, isn’t<\/strong><\/em> on that list.<\/p>\n

Tax laws are invariably complex wherever you happen to be domiciled. So it would be wise to seek professional advice on the prospect of using funds in your self-direct IRA. However, it is an option that may be worth exploring.<\/p>\n

If you’re looking at unique investment opportunities, you often have to get creative with the financing options. But there is often no reason why you can’t achieve your goal.<\/p>\n

About the Author: Chloe Hilton has been working to double the number of investment properties she owns. Chloe enjoys writing about real estate investment. Her articles are published on property-oriented, as well as investment and personal finance blogs alike.<\/em><\/p>\n

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