All Forum Posts by: Hunter Hassebrock

@Michael Pittman Date is 4/18 and time is 6:00-7:30pm

Hey Vincent,

I'd be careful about these companies that are selling "tricks" to investing. Usually the only trick is getting someone to overpay for free information. If you are interested in any of those topics there's a wealth of free information available on the BP blogs, forums, and podcasts. Save yourself the money and start there.

Best of luck!

Hunter

I'd advise you start property management by buying a multi-family and living in one unit, while managing the others.

Welcome to BP!

Welcome @Leo Bach & @Jorge Quintero. I'm also relatively new to BP, and looking to invest in Houston.

@Matthew Gullo is hosting a meet-up next month. This would be a great place to meet other investors and get connected.

Thanks everyone for the feedback!

Hi BP Community,

I'm preparing to buy my first property in Houston, Texas. I am wondering if anyone has purchased the Texas Landlord Forms from Bigger Pockets? If so, do you have any feedback?

How do these compare to free documents like those on Law Depot? 

Lastly, is an attorney still needed if you purchase these documents? (I'm assuming yes).

I'm looking at buying a single-family home to house-hack and rent to roommates.

I appreciate the help!

-Hunter

Thanks Matthew, that's pretty much what I was thinking. I think I have a good lender, but I would love to connect for future reference. I appreciate the feedback!

Hi Everyone,

My name is Hunter and I am relatively new to the BP Community. I have been reading the UBG and forums, and listening to the podcasts while gearing up for my first purchase. I am interested in investing in buy-and-hold rental properties in Houston, Texas. 

For my first deal, I would like to purchase a multi-family (likely a duplex) and house-hack. I have read and heard a lot about FHA loans across BP. The advantage is obviously a low downpayment (3.5%). However, I have been researching "Home Ready" and "Home Possible" mortgages. These are conventional loans that allow 3% down (5% for multi-family), and don't require mortgage insurance for the entirety of the loan like an FHA would.

I'd like to get some feedback on these different loan types, as I haven't seen them discussed much on BP. Are there any red flags I'm missing if I don't go with an FHA? Has anyone had a "Home Ready" or "Home Possible" mortgage that can provide feedback? Any other tips or things to look out for on my first deal?

Thanks in advance for the feedback, I look forward to discussing.