Skip to content
×
PRO
Pro Members Get Full Access!
Get off the sidelines and take action in real estate investing with BiggerPockets Pro. Our comprehensive suite of tools and resources minimize mistakes, support informed decisions, and propel you to success.
Advanced networking features
Market and Deal Finder tools
Property analysis calculators
Landlord Command Center
$0
TODAY
$69.00/month when billed monthly.
$32.50/month when billed annually.
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime
Already a Pro Member? Sign in here

Join Over 3 Million Real Estate Investors

Create a free BiggerPockets account to comment, participate, and connect with over 3 million real estate investors.
Use your real name
By signing up, you indicate that you agree to the BiggerPockets Terms & Conditions.
The community here is like my own little personal real estate army that I can depend upon to help me through ANY problems I come across.
Starting Out
All Forum Categories
Followed Discussions
Followed Categories
Followed People
Followed Locations
Market News & Data
General Info
Real Estate Strategies
Landlording & Rental Properties
Real Estate Professionals
Financial, Tax, & Legal
Real Estate Classifieds
Reviews & Feedback

Updated over 1 year ago,

User Stats

3
Posts
1
Votes
Charles Lee
1
Votes |
3
Posts

Seeking advice from experienced investors on ways to finance a property.

Charles Lee
Posted

Hello folks,

I am 27 living in Canada and make roughly 53k after taxes.

I have been living in my condo (Purchased for ~159k) for just over a year that I put 20% down payment (~31800) on and I am looking to purchase another property (preferably detached home up to 350k but another condo would work).

I have ~82k in my investment portfolio tied to ETFs that I could sell to use towards a down payment but I prefer not to touch them.

Inspired by the BRRRR,

My current plan is to use my parent's HELOC to fund my 20% down payment for a fixer upper around 250-300k and mortgage the rest of the 80%.

I plan to reno the new property, remortgage on higher assessment, pay back my parent's HELOC, live in the new property and rent out my condo

Or,

I plan to reno, remortgage on higher assessment, pay back my parent's HELOC, rent the place out and remain in my condo.

Could a better option be to pull out my ETF investments to fund the down payment? 

Would it be a better idea to purchase 2 condos as rental property?

I am not afraid of the risk I take on however I am cautious because my parents would be involved although they are supportive.

If there are any experienced investors willing to put in feedback for the scenario or just advice in general to a 27 yr old that has been reading and studying investments/RE investments and preparing to dip my feet in the water, it would be much appreciated.

Thank you

Loading replies...