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Jackson Pudlo First Time Real Estate Buyer - Seeking Advice on Single Family VS Mutli Family Units
23 January 2025 | 10 replies
With a Conventional Loan you can buy a SFH, Duplex, Triplex or Quadplex with as little as 5% Down if it is your primary residence as long as you have the intention of occupying one of the units for 1 year after closing escrow.This is the strategy I have personally implemented and have assisted many of my investor clients in doing the same. 20% Down is also beneficial as it keeps your payment low but it does limit your ability of buying more real estate faster.i would be more than happy to discuss the different strategies with you over the phone or in person.
Jerry Zigounakis First STR Advice
28 January 2025 | 10 replies
Personally, it’s something I always expect from a short-term rental, and it can have a huge impact on your reviews.To make things easier for both you and your guests, consider smart tools like locks, outdoor cameras, and smart thermostats.
Laura Yelin Sherman, TX market
26 January 2025 | 8 replies
Did you end up flying and looking in person in the area?
Marina Wong 711 Rescue - does it help LP in case of imminent foreclosure
21 January 2025 | 19 replies
Of course most GPs have personally put in money to keep the deals from sinking.
Anca R. Is a 1031 Exchange allowed in this case, and if so, is it worth the hassle?
22 January 2025 | 22 replies
So the question becomes based on their individual and personal tax situation what is the estimated tax burden they'd save? 
Alex Minter New to Real Estate Investing
23 January 2025 | 23 replies
Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.
Gregory L. Rent it or live-in flip it?
26 January 2025 | 2 replies
Personal finance is as much behavioral as it is math.
Gamal Harding Navigating the Surge in Rental Application Fraud: A Guide for Landlords and PM's
6 January 2025 | 4 replies
Use services that can validate the authenticity of documents and employment history.Require Detailed Applications: Ensure that the rental application captures comprehensive information, making it harder for fraudulent applicants to provide fake details.Conduct In-Person Interviews: Meeting applicants in person can provide additional insights into the authenticity of their application and allows you to ask follow-up questions based on the details they've provided.Utilize Professional Screening Services: Professional tenant screening services are invaluable for conducting background checks, credit checks, and criminal history checks.
Beau Alesi Looking to buy
25 January 2025 | 7 replies
Personally, my primary residence has appreciated around 6% in market value and I live in Levittown. 
Shayan Sameer New Rental Property Purchase - Out of State
7 February 2025 | 31 replies
Personally I prefer homes around that median price because that's where the most demand will be not only for owner occupants but renters as well.