How did you incorporate the funding fee PLUS the closing costs?

What's the location, purchase price, expected Reno cost, ARV, etc.?  

I was able to qualify for about $95k in 0% business credit cards (for 12 months), I then liquidated the cash and used a portion of that to obtain the hard money loan that covered the balance of the purchase cost.

A duplex is a great way to start because that renter will help with your monthly out of pocket costs and it's a convenient way to get into real estate investing.

I lived for free for a couple years, while collecting rent checks. 

Was going for the best cost-of funds (lower rate)

Each REI investor will have definitely grown either in knowledge, experience, or current market situations since their last podcast.I view the BP Forum posters as the free/easy entry into BP product lines. 

Which increases paperwork & costs for little benefit - if any.4) You'll need an entity in the US.You need to discuss all this with a qualified tax professional or attorney.- For our clients, we provide consultations with a tax attorney that handles over 300 foreigners legal & tax needs.

I haven't spoken to the county yet, but will make that phone call today.As far as financing -- I was leaning more towards getting a business line of credit or using a business credit card and rolling it over to interest free cards.

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