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Brad Roche FHA 203(k) vs. Fannie Mae Homestyle Renovation Loan
13 January 2025 | 5 replies
., pool)-LandscapingNot Acceptable Renovations:-Commercial Use (e.g., turning a residential property into a commercial property)-Temporary Structures-Non-Residential Buildings (e.g., barns, stables)FHA 203(k)Minimum Down Payment: 3.5%Minimum Credit Score: 620Minimum Loan Amount: $50,000Maximum Loan Amount: $524,225Occupancy Types: Primary Residence ONLYUnit Maximum: 4 UnitsAcceptable Renovations:-Structural Improvements/Reconstruction (e.g., adding rooms, bathrooms)-Cosmetic Enhancements-Eliminate Health and Safety Hazards-Energy Efficiency Improvements-Major Landscaping (e.g., grading, tree removal, adding walkways)Non-Acceptable Renovations:-Luxury Items-Commercial Use-Temporary Structures-Non-Residential BuildingsBoth of these renovation loans are similar in many ways, but the key differences are:1.
Brandon LaRose Loan to Finance My ADU ( Not a 1st/2nd Mortgage or HELOC)
14 January 2025 | 1 reply
I want this to be acceptable long term if I keep this method of financing. 
Eric Coats Running STR #s for Newbie
29 January 2025 | 20 replies
I don't mind setting things up on platforms like AirBNB and VBRO and even setting up my own website for direct bookings. 
Erick Pena Advice Needed: Identifying "Good Deals" in Real Estate Investing
20 January 2025 | 14 replies
I agree with Michael, probably need to make 100 offers per 1 accepted to find a good deal. 
Eric Lopez Estimating Operating Expenses
6 February 2025 | 8 replies
I can accurately estimate utility costs as most util companies have estimated usages and amounts on their websites, but costs like maintenance, CapEx, make ready, etc., are much harder to estimate.
Allende Hernandez Do you run screening in all the potential tenants?
22 January 2025 | 16 replies
A website like Pet Screening can help you verify and document pets to ensure they’re a good fit for your property.
Marina Wong 711 Rescue - does it help LP in case of imminent foreclosure
21 January 2025 | 19 replies
@Chris SeveneyI agree it is not the most professional website I have seen.
Sarp Ka Cheapest way to make a cash offer???
22 January 2025 | 14 replies
If youre wanting to make a cash offer, all I can say is that Ive never seen a competent seller/listing agent accept a cash offer without proof of funds, meaning a bank statement or similar document(s) showing liquid cash for closing.
Tricia O'Brien What Questions to Ask/Things to Look for When Interviewing Property Managers?
20 January 2025 | 2 replies
Would that be, for example, if the PM says, "I manage a duplex for John Smith in Turlock," then I call John as a reference, ask John a few questions, and then ask John the address of his duplex so I can later look it up on the county website and verify if he is the owner?
Elizabeth L. Has anyone had a successful tenant eviction in Union City NJ?
21 January 2025 | 6 replies
The state website can also be very informative.