According to Realtor.com, EMD is typically between 1% and 2% of the total home price and is money you pay as a show of good faith when you make an offer on a house.But, it’s not an added expense.

I dont believe in ever losing money and lean towards the cash flow model, but recently I walked into a property with maybe $100.

We also used PenFed, and they offer a fast HELOC…not sure how long they are now, but the process was smooth.  

They are a new international lender in Costa Rica offering 30 year, fixed rate mortgage loans specifically for American investors.

Neighborhood revitalization projects, major corporate investments, and an influx of small businesses were all happening at a pace that made it clear the city is on an upward trajectory.From an investor’s perspective, Detroit offers a unique combination of affordability and opportunity.

You see it in all kinds of advertising and marketing for guru offerings, but when you get down to it, what does it really mean, and how can it impact you? 

Taxpayers within these zones are automatically granted this relief without needing to apply, offering some respite as they focus on rebuilding their lives.

A SE walk through would run around $600-1000 to assess it and would be a good starting point honestly.

You will notice Mark is walking around in Cargo pants. 

Assuming the ARV you mentioned is accurate, at 75% LTV you'd be able to pull enough equity to cover your existing payoff, refi costs and walk away with a good chunk of cash in your pocket.