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An FHA 203(k) loan is definitely one route, but there are other ways to make it happen that might even work better depending on your situation:1.Private or Hard Money Loans: These could be a good option if you want flexibility.

For the first few, having a GC work with me, I think it will allow me to get a better understanding of how to recognize scope of work.That said, how much are GCs charging for home flips? 

If someone made $50K assigning my elderly parents or grandparents home to an investor in a subject-to deal, and that investor ruined their credit by not making payments, I would do everything in my power to go after that investor, AND the wholesaler, and I would make both their lives a living hell to the best of my abilities.

Go ahead and file.In real life it costs you time to figure it out and money.

-Legal Protection: A real estate attorney should draft the seller financing agreement to make sure your interests are protected.Final ThoughtsThis might be a pretty awesome first project if you can work out some sort of low-down, seller-financed deal with sweet terms.

Most of my realtors I found through online (looking Zillow profiles), BP referrals and REI events.I have a questionnaire now though which I ask always to find my future agent.

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If the bill is $100 a month split between four units, increase it to $120 and charge each tenant $30.How to calculate charges.

Most of our newer investors approach 2-3 lenders to discuss loan options.Some lenders recommend making your financing inquiries within a 45-day time period to avoid larger drops in your credit scores.All the best!