All Forum Posts by: Julius Agonor

@Dick O'Hare I have not used Blueprint's products yet, but I have a business partner who has worked with Jeff Welgan and that's how I was introduce. When we were initially introduced I was going through a hardship and trying to identify solutions Jeff, workshopped a ton of strategies I could use WITHOUT using a lender, so that I could be in a better position to make a more sound decision in the future. 

Fast forward to today and I'm preparing to use Jeff (Blueprint) to fund a new build. As I mentioned, I can't speak to the products, but I can't speak highly enough about Jeff. He's honest, direct, insightful, and most importantly, continuing to learn! As well, he goes above and beyond for his client helping them build strategies to grow their real estate business and will even get on calls with your Accounting team so that you have alignment across your Power Team. 

Highly recommend!!!

Hi @Jason Anderson I have worked with Blueprint. I haven't used any of their products, but Blueprint has worked with me and my business partner to strategize on a project I'm working towards now with a new build in Galena, IL. They have a very personable approach and are genuinely aligned with your goals. Don't be surprised if the first call is they asking a ton of questions, but compared to lenders I've worked with in the past, it's a great approach. 

Jeff personally has joined strategic calls with my accounting team as we were planning both for implementing tax strategies and for strategizing for future growth, which was about 3 months ago, bringing us to the stage we're at today as we prepare to take on this new project. So, while I can't speak to the products specifically, I cannot say enough good thinks about Jeff and his team at Blueprint!

@Collin Hays can you elaborate a little more? from my research, I understand a property purchase with this type of loan can be rented for a certain amount of time during the year and have to be used as personal for a certain minimum of time 

@Zack Karp I appreciate your follow up. I'll be sure to touch base with my loan officer. 

@Paul Welden Thanks for such a quick and concise reply. Great to know! 

Hello BP Community!

I'm currently looking at getting an FHA203k loan to purchase a rehab property that I'll be using as a house hack. Admittedly, before learning more about 203k, I got preapproved for a standard FHA loan. I'm curious as to how differently the amount I was approved for the FHA will be in comparison to that of a 203k, if at all. (i.e. FHA approved for $480,000.00 vs "203k" approved for $350,000.00 OR FHA = 203k)

I'm not overly concerned with applying for the preapproval for the 203k, however I'd rather not waste the time and credit points until I have found something that I'm interested in. Hoping there's a potential "rule of thumb" that can be applied, so that I can start considering properties of interest. 

Thanks in advance!

@Peter Halliday I appreciate that feedback. I'm going to use this advice along with that from Abel's earlier to create a more engaging and informative post! 

Excited to have already received so much feedback already. Thank you!

@Abel Curiel Wow! Great feedback. I'll be sure to apply that to my next post! Appreciate your engagement and look forward to seeing you in the forums. 

Robert, I can PM you. I have a personal connection who uses and highly recommends NestEgg. However, I am under the impression they're a more premium service, so it may depend on what your needs and cost expectations may be!

Hello readers & fellow investors!

My name is Julius Agonor, I'm a brand new real estate investor in the Chicagoland area, looking to build my business. Though I've only just begun, I'm passionate about my future as an investor. I'm here to offer you my strong educational & professional background and experience to help you grow your business, at the heft cost of gaining real world experience for myself!

If you're in the Chicagoland area, with any number of rental properties and looking to grow your business, yet you don't have the manpower to scale like you'd like - Let's connect! I have experience working for myself providing consulting services, as well as working for a large corporation. I bring an open mind, eagerness to learn, and a willingness to do as much as I can to help you grow your business...FOR FREE!

I look forward to connecting with many of you and cannot wait to engage with each of you in the days, weeks, months, and years to come! Whether you're interested in sharing ideas and best practices or you'd like to discuss ways that I can be of service to you, feel free to connect.