Yoni Meth
Closing remotely from abroad with lender
26 February 2024 | 4 replies
I'm a US citizen but currently living in Israel, and I'm in the process of purchasing a property in Columbus Ohio.My plan is to do some rehab and therefore I want to take a hard money loan which will cover 80% of the purchase price and 100% of the renovation.While talking to the title company, they said there was no problem with me signing with a remote notary.But, the problem is with the lender who requires a wet signutre, and has given me the following options:1.
Bruce Woodruff
Ok, I've got a tough one...need ideas.
26 February 2024 | 58 replies
Tell him Boeing needs it for the 800Max and as a good citizen (that he is) he should donate it.
David Tang
Immagrants as tenants
25 February 2024 | 10 replies
Citizens complain they can't afford rent and our politicians blame vacation rentals or second homes that sit vacant most of the year.
Alun David
Cash flipper advice
23 February 2024 | 1 reply
We are eager to help relative avoid being scammed as she is elderly and lacking awareness of processes not being a US citizen.
Nicholas Aiola
Ask me (a CPA) anything about taxes relating to real estate
27 February 2024 | 2053 replies
All the citizens are safe and you are both energetic and courageous as well as on top of your game!
Chris Murdien
Would installing solar panels on rentals be a wise investment?
23 February 2024 | 12 replies
Just like with electric cars, nobody wants to talk about the true costs, the poor people (aka: slaves) digging up the materials, the damage caused by the manufacturing process, that solar only survives because our government steals money from its citizens to prop up the entire industry, involvement of Communist China, etc.If you want to use this technology to feel better about your carbon footprint, go for it.
Jake Santos
Disqualified from FHA loans if purchase property on foreign lands first?
21 February 2024 | 1 reply
Am a dual citizen (US & Portugal) and work remote, have been considering investing in Porto, Portugal (highly touristy area that has been growing tremendously not only in value, but in tourism) where my family is from or getting a multifamily here in the states (currently live in the tri-state area).
Justin Sofman
Is it possible to buy ONLY garage?
19 February 2024 | 1 reply
Hey all, My investment property has a detached garage and it illicit some really great interest in renting it.
Amandeep H.
Investing abroad for newbies
19 February 2024 | 9 replies
There are restrictions in most places on non-citizens owning property.
Gopi Krishna
Portfolio or Bundle Loan - Raleigh Area - please provide recommendations
16 February 2024 | 8 replies
Benchmark, Touchstone, First National Bank, First Citizens, First Carolina, Wake Forest Federal, and Providence ... all depending on the location and the deal.