All Forum Posts by: Ben Naughton

Having the same issue.  We are in HM we used to buy and rehab a duplex.  The duplex cash flows great but when we were 24 hours out of refinancing with another lender, and had a commitment letter, they froze their rental loans. I've contacted two other lenders and it is the same scenario.  Would be curious to know if you find a lender that will work with you.

Planning to be there... looking forward to it

I'm an investor out of Florida, but I just purchased my first properties in Hammond.  Would love to connect with other investors and wholesalers in the area.

Sounds good... keep us posted

Dang... I dont think the biggerpockets site sent me a notification about your tag on this.  Would have loved to come out.  Any dates in Aug for the next one?

Sorry I couldn't make it.  Keep me posted on the next one!

I also found this article to be helpful:  https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/risks-rewards-renting-illegal-immigrants/

Thank you for your replies and insight.

@Anna M. - I am aware on the Federal level the equal housing / the fair housing act applies, however what Im finding when researching is that things can be different based on the State and even the municipality your property resides in.  For example, from what I have found if you are in California it is not legal to even ask a potential tenant about their residency status while if you are in Oklahoma it is a felony if you rent to an undocumented immigrant.  

@Nathan Gesner - I also have set criteria when screening the applicant, including providing a photo ID and SS #.  So technically I would not rent to them in this situation.

However, I was interested to know specifically in Florida, because that is where my properties are located, if there are any laws speaking to this.  I was actually surprised at how difficult it was to research concrete information on this subject.  

I think the best answer is consult an attorney, but I am still interested to hear what others on this forum have to say.  Thanks

I just had what seemed to be a great family of 3 come look at an apartment I'm renting.  When it came time to fill out the application they asked if a Passport number (not from the US) would be Ok as they didnt have any S.S. cards.  

I have been searching this issue and cant find any substantial information on the internet.  I see some say it's fine while other say you can be fined and jailed for harboring illegals, while others say it's simply based on your local area.  

If anyone has insight into this issue I would be greatly appreciative for any info regarding it. 

I did a visual.  I don't have loads of experience but have rehabed 3 properties.  In this situation I'm partnering with someone bringing cash to the table.  I feel better about waiving but didn't want them to feel uncomfortable.