Skip to content
×
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
ANNUAL Save 54%
$32.50 /mo
$390 billed annualy
MONTHLY
$69 /mo
billed monthly
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime
×
Try Pro Features for Free
Start your 7 day free trial. Pick markets, find deals, analyze and manage properties.
All Forum Categories
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

All Forum Posts by: Richard Fields

Richard Fields has started 16 posts and replied 236 times.

Post: Financing Advice

Richard FieldsPosted
  • HVAC mechanic
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 241
  • Votes 57
Originally posted by @Matthew Sutton:

@Richard Fields and @Nicole Benischek,

I am assuming, with the requirement of being a primary resident for at least one year, that you can still rent out the other one, two, or three units (during the first year) when utilizing a 203k. Am I correct in this assumption?

I appreciate any clarification.

 Yes you can

Post: Made an Offer on an REO - What's Next?

Richard FieldsPosted
  • HVAC mechanic
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 241
  • Votes 57

My first offer is always 70% of ARV minus rehab

Post: Help calculating mortgage on my potential first property??

Richard FieldsPosted
  • HVAC mechanic
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 241
  • Votes 57
Originally posted by @Troy Sheets:
Originally posted by @Dave Bauer:

What about PMI? Since this is an FHA, isn't that required for the entire life of the loan?

Yep, likely ~$200/month on top of PITI, probably how the number got to $2600.

That's why I would never put less then 20% down. That's just me. I hate PMI

Post: To find your local investor-friendly real estate agent

Richard FieldsPosted
  • HVAC mechanic
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 241
  • Votes 57

I don't know if it's allowed to give his name here. Connect with me and I'll message you my guys name. He knows what you're looking for, he used to own 10 rentals of his own. He just got me a good deal on a fully rented triplex 

Post: First house I've bought in CASH and my 2nd deal as a realtor

Richard FieldsPosted
  • HVAC mechanic
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 241
  • Votes 57

Sweet. Congratulations

Post: Philadelphia real estate auctions

Richard FieldsPosted
  • HVAC mechanic
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 241
  • Votes 57

Paulette Midgette is right about the class. It is very informative. You can also watch a recorded class on the website

Post: Made an Offer on an REO - What's Next?

Richard FieldsPosted
  • HVAC mechanic
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 241
  • Votes 57

The REOs that I've made offers on usually come back and say they have multiple offers, so they ask for highest and best offer

Post: Financing Advice

Richard FieldsPosted
  • HVAC mechanic
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 241
  • Votes 57

With the 203k loan, you will have to live in the property for at leas a year before you can sell or rent it

Post: Philadelphia real estate auctions

Richard FieldsPosted
  • HVAC mechanic
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 241
  • Votes 57

I'd suggest going to an auction and watching how the process works. Be prepared to spend a few hours there

Post: Newbie looking to purchase a rental in Philadelphia

Richard FieldsPosted
  • HVAC mechanic
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posts 241
  • Votes 57

I'm in negotiations now for a triplex with 3 long term tenants paying about $100 under market, but I would still be getting a little over 11% COC return at the current rent. The first floor pays a little more then the mortgage alone. She has been there 10 years and the gentleman on the second floor 5 years. I'm going.g to leave the rents where they are for as long as they stay. When they do move, I'll upgrade the units and bring the rents up to market

Just my opinion, but as long as you're cash flowing and the tenants are good, I'd do whatever I could to keep them