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6 February 2025 | 7 replies
(I work with some challenging populations and the extra effort has paid off in these situations.)
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21 January 2025 | 5 replies
@Arron Paulino Your posts illustrate the challenges of exiting SFH's in markets where the natural buyer is another investor and not home owner.
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3 February 2025 | 12 replies
Hi @Stacie Telles,Finding lenders that offer cash-out refinancing with minimal or no seasoning periods can be challenging, as many conventional lenders require a six-month to one-year seasoning period.
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21 January 2025 | 15 replies
Quote from @Michael Smythe: @Felicia Jenkins the shorter the term of the lease and the more tenants there are, the more challenges you'll face - especially if you plan to manage remotely.Who will be your boots on the ground, do showings, maintenance, etc.?
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21 January 2025 | 3 replies
Rental Market Trends: Is this zip code trending positively for investors looking for cash flow, or should I expect stagnant rents and challenges with appreciation?
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22 January 2025 | 5 replies
One of the key challenges I’m facing is understanding the financing options available to someone without Canadian residency or a local credit history.From my research, it seems that a 35% down payment is often required, with interest rates around 7.5-8.5% for non-residents.
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30 January 2025 | 47 replies
Two things not covered so far:1) If a buyer challenges a seller-financed transaction, the Dodd-Frank penalty is that the lender must make the buyer whole.
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31 January 2025 | 10 replies
Maybe we can exchange insights and strategies to help each other navigate the challenges of getting started.Looking forward to staying connected!
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10 February 2025 | 9 replies
It's going to be challenging to find another house hack with as low of a monthly payment as you currently have, given the low interest rate.
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16 January 2025 | 5 replies
Many buyers in this market are experiencing challenges.