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Updated almost 7 years ago on . Most recent reply

Re-finance from 203k to Conventional?
I'm considering buy a 3 family as my first investment property. Thought is to owner occupy 1 unit and rent out the other 2.
(Hypothetical Situation)
149k asking price
130k purchase price
50k rehab
ARV value - need to confirm with my agent, but let's say 220k
I'm just beginning discussions with banks so don't have a ton of knowledge, but figured I'd reach out to see if anyone has any advice/thoughts.
1. 203k loan typically requires 3.5% down, PMI and for you to owner occupy for 12 months - is that correct? Also, is the PMI tacked onto the monthly payments?
2. After 12 months, can I re-finance into a conventional mortgage at maybe 75% LTV, pull out the equity since I've forced appreciation up, get out of the 203k loan and then rent all 3 units?
Really love the BRRRR strategy, so trying to consider my options to kick start my investment career.
Thanks in advance for anyone's insights.
-Joe