![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3126825/small_1727625232-avatar-jonathanl630.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
9 October 2024 | 5 replies
Consider building your portfolio and exploring refinancing options.
10 October 2024 | 0 replies
Facebook Marketplace and CraigslistDon’t underestimate the potential of social media and online platforms.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/608018/small_1687970578-avatar-krotzrocket11.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
17 October 2024 | 23 replies
I did go online and read about DSCR ground up loans, so I know they are out there.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/38657/small_1706196176-avatar-josephvscorese.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
6 October 2024 | 1 reply
Portfolio Refinancing: As properties appreciate, consider refinancing to free up capital for new projects.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1837670/small_1737559460-avatar-jeffc437.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
10 October 2024 | 3 replies
If you're unsure whether your mortgage is owned by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, you can use their online loan lookup tools to verify [oai_citation:2,For Homeowners Affected by a Natural Disaster](https://myhome.freddiemac.com/docs/Natural_Disaster_Relief_Consumer_Flyer_GSEs.pdf?
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3072408/small_1720635077-avatar-davidn626.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
10 October 2024 | 13 replies
As of now, my general plan is to find a local realtor online who is experienced with real estate investing (and has investment properties of their own) to help me find a good local deal (goal is 20-25% return on ARV), get a hard money loan, aiming to rehab/repair/extend the property with my father (both have construction experience) within 4-5 months, and as for the loan exit strategy either sell or rent (depending on the deal).
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2994785/small_1712938886-avatar-rabiak3.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
8 October 2024 | 3 replies
Since the property has increased in value due to your rehab efforts, you can often refinance for more than what you originally paid, recovering your initial investment.Repeat: After refinancing, you've effectively used none of your own money, but now have equity in a cash-flowing property.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2616698/small_1714272425-avatar-ewka.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
9 October 2024 | 5 replies
IF you plan on holding on to this long-term, I personally will go with the ARM as I also would have the funds to pay down additional monies later on if there were equity or refinancing issues.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/252837/small_1674053154-avatar-ginobarbaro.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
10 October 2024 | 8 replies
-based, Associate Digital Bookkeeper certified, QuickBooks Online Pro Advisor certified, & Bookkeeping for Real Estate Investors certified.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/941288/small_1694565296-avatar-maryjay.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
15 October 2024 | 24 replies
., they ignored warnings that the tree was dangerous).Check the LLC's Assets: You can research the LLC's assets through public records or online tools (like your state's business registry or property records).