Michael Shean
Rookie in Sacramento, CA looking to get started in 2025
20 January 2025 | 8 replies
I'm a local broker and investor and manage 100+ investment properties.
Sino U.
Can you recommend a good lender for house hacking please?
15 January 2025 | 6 replies
I’d also recommend getting a few quotes, including at least one from a mortgage broker.
Marc Shin
Should I get extra insurance outside of Aircover?
13 January 2025 | 16 replies
Consult you insurance broker for specifics but I found this policy to be very protective and reasonably priced.With regards to an umbrella policy they are typically good to have.
Brett Coultas
New member introduction and host financial question
21 January 2025 | 8 replies
A few months ago my fiancé and I bought our primary residence and we did really like our mortgage broker.
Ricky Reddin
Renovation On A Property
12 January 2025 | 7 replies
I'm an investor and licensed mortgage broker.
Rebecca Gona
New to STR -Excited but scared- need to learn!
25 January 2025 | 12 replies
Hey Rebecca, I'm a broker and investor up in Sacramento and manage about 100 investment properties (STR and LTR).Many of my clients are high W2 earners seeking "bonus depreciation" to offset tax liability by investing in STR.
Jack B.
What are the risks of DSCR loans?
19 January 2025 | 9 replies
Risks: rates go down and you have to pay a prepay of 2 or 3 %; you have to sell and pay the prepay; rents decline & you can't make the payment like any other type of loan; cost upfront a little more than conventional; need to find experienced broker licensed in the state where subject property sits; servicers are bulldogs.
Daniel Hartz
Trying to refi out of a bridge loan on a SFR with tenant
15 January 2025 | 10 replies
Definitely something to pencil out with a lender or broker.
Stefano Vrolijk
First investment property as a foreign citizen
12 January 2025 | 12 replies
Hey Stefano Vrolijk,Speak with a local mortgage broker and get pre-approved for a loan.
Scott K.
STR insurance - Proper alternatives?
8 January 2025 | 13 replies
Just make sure you take your policy to the brokers so they can do a direct comparison.Maybe hit up your primary home insurer to see if they offer a STR policy.