All Forum Posts by: Sean T.

Call the lender direct(I think Chase does USDA still) and see what they are saying.  Or my favorite, threaten to go to a different broker after X days/delays.

I just went through this in MA.  Chase USDA and delay after delay.  Finally went directly to Chase.

As someone who has a background in finance I will simply say(as mentioned above) when mortgage rates are close to inflation rates you are paying cash, just not upfront!

The survey idea is very interesting.  One word of caution is that if recipients are un-accredited you could find yourself in some hot water if a deal was to happen, although unlikely.

Check out blue sky laws.

Welcome and good luck!  I grew up in Everett so we are practically neighbors!

Welcome and congrats on getting in the RE game!

Sounds like you have a good thing going in TX!  

Welcome and good luck!  

Welcome and good luck!  

Welcome and good luck!  Sounds like a great plan you have there.

Wishing you luck and profits!

Thank you for putting this all down here.  Very eye opening and valuable information for investors regardless of likelihood to happen again.

Good Luck!

Adam I am in a similar situation.  31 with a very significant income, a 4yr old with another due in Jan.  I am required to travel extensively via plane on a near weekly basis.  

Since you mentioned a phd for finance as a means to give back I thought I would make a suggestion.  I chair a local education non-profit and sit on the advisory board of some local colleges as well.  It amazes me how rewarding these things are even when I have "no time".  I would suggest looking for a volunteer position in your area and you may be surprised at how eye opening it can be.  

Stress has a way of dissipating when perspective is applied.