They want to pay based on what you're actually making.But I also believe that the square footage of the cabin plays a big part too.

I know many of us didn't get into this game until later in life so my hat's off to you.

Hello everybody!  I have been binge listening to The Bigger Pockets podcast for the past few months and have learned a lot so far.  I currently have a lawn care business that I run myself.   I am wanting to get into f...

The FEMA 50% rule does come into play, but we do a lot of ground-up construction, so some investors that do have some new build/heavy rehab experience are tearing down and building back to current codes.

I felt that the various service providers gave me preferred service having been introduced through RTR, and I had great experiences with everyone they recommended.Most importantly, I felt that I could trust my Matthew Seyoum, my Investment Strategist, to represent my best interests without any conflict of interest, and to provide sound advice after understanding my goals and needs.Time will tell how the investment itself plays out, but so far I’m happy with RTR’s service and look forward continuing the relationship.P.S.

And I feel the ideal portfolio can benefit from the diversification of both.1) Holdfolio isn't a match for me, personally (due to not enough experience, skin in the game, etc).

Once you move in, refinancing into a lower-rate owner-occupied loan could be beneficial, but again, your 1099 income history will play a role.Lender-Specific Guidelines – Some lenders might have clauses about intent to occupy, so make sure there’s nothing in your loan docs that could create an issue down the road.

If you play around with my DSCR pricing engine link in my profile's bio you'll see that the difference in rate for 680 vs. 780 is about 100 bps.Most lenders have brackets for about every 20 points or so.  680-699, 700-719, etc.

Sometimes the best investment is found in a 'transitioning' market that is just outside the 'great' market and is in play to be the next great one. 

Which they have no skin in the game (Technically).