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Clarase Mika Did You Know You Can Purchase Property in Germany With Only 5-10% Down? Here’s How
24 January 2025 | 0 replies
It's possible to buy property in Germany with as little as 5-10% down, making it an attractive option for service members and civilian government employees stationed there or planning to settle.
Luis Fajardo What’s Next for Mortgage Rates? Key Inflation and Job Market Data to Watch This Week
10 February 2025 | 1 reply
•If CPI drops below 3.2%: Investors could see a market shift, with the Fed more likely to soften its stance, allowing rates to gradually decline.Initial Jobless Claims (Thursday, February 15)Jobless claims measure the number of people filing for unemployment benefits.
Michelle Howey Seeking Advice on Finding Off-Market Deals: Any specific techniques that work?
10 February 2025 | 7 replies
As a new investor, your best bet is to start small with an app like DealMachine or Propstream so you have direct control of your options.
Gabrielle Fox Ready to learn commercial and multi-family to lock up deals
17 February 2025 | 0 replies
After quitting the RE space in 2008 as a burned out landlord with upside down properties, I rejoined the space as a curious vacant land newbie investor in early 2023.
Greg Reese What state is the best to open an LLC for real estate investment
4 March 2025 | 17 replies
I love living in CA, but if you're an investor and like to have your properties in LLCs, it kind of suck. $800 yearly tax for each LLC.
Aidan Jones New to Bigger Pockets
19 February 2025 | 15 replies
@Aidan Jones Detroit area investor meetingsMREIDetroit Renegade InvestorsOakland REIAAnn Arbor REIA
Mike S. Down payment on DSCR
5 March 2025 | 17 replies
While most DSCR lenders require 20-25% down, some allow lower down payments under certain conditions:1. 15% Down DSCR Loan✅ Some lenders allow 85% LTV (15% down) with strong DSCR (1.2+), good credit (700+), and reserves✅ Higher interest rate compared to 20% down✅ May require prepayment penalty2. 10% Down DSCR Loan (Rare & More Expensive)✅ Available for experienced investors with strong financials✅ Often requires higher reserves (6-12 months of PITI)✅ Could involve seller concessions or second lien financing3. 0-10% Down with Creative Financing🔹 Seller Carryback: Find a seller willing to carry a second mortgage for part of the down payment🔹 Cross-Collateralization: Use equity in another property instead of cash down🔹 Gap Funding / Private Money: Partner with a PML for the down payment
Adam King Flipping homes in San Diego!
17 February 2025 | 4 replies
My name is Adam King, and I am an avid real estate investor and life long San Diegan!
Shaun Ortiz REI Challenges Faced
5 March 2025 | 6 replies
I'm actively working to connect with investors in that area and would appreciate the opportunity to hear more about your preferences and insights.Would you be open to exchanging a few private messages to discuss this further?
Peter Ruz Investment Property - refinance to 15yr or 30yr?
5 March 2025 | 2 replies
Generally investors want to go with 30y as above comment shared.