I have just started in a 3-day training for the Lee Arnold broker certification program and thus far just completed the online material required for preparation. 

I also have hosted an international student with a program that pays.

So this program is between the property mgmt company and us, mostly. 

In order to refinance a home you must have six months title seasoning to use a "New appraisal" but keep in mind only certain lenders and programs allow a cash out refinance at the 6th month mark.

Hey Justin: Freddie Mac's SBL program doesn't allow subordinate debt (IE - seller carry financing is not allowed behind Freddie SBL 1st lien financing).

@David Robertson Being a wholesaler might have helped you with industry relationships but by no means prepares you to invest the money of others.

The area has seen growth in both the residential and rental markets, making it a potentially lucrative investment.For financing, you can explore options like conventional loans, FHA loans (for owner-occupied properties), or even local programs that might offer lower down payments for investment properties.

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You can go as low as 10% down and there are programs that allows this for first timers with good credit.3.

What program are you using to screen?