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31 January 2025 | 6 replies
Hi BiggerPockets team,I am a rookie US real estate investor searching for financing options for my first deal.Personal ProfileCitizenship: IsraeliI do not have US citizenship or a long-term visa.Investment GoalsLong-term rentals in good B/B+ locationsLow-maintenance propertiesKansas City, MO/KS, or its suburbsI am familiar with what https://lendai.us is offering, but I am trying to find other alternatives.Thank you!
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18 February 2025 | 4 replies
I am in Houston and very familiar with Independence Heights.
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6 February 2025 | 1 reply
Since you're in Destin, you might want to check with local firms that have experience with STR-heavy communities, as they’ll be familiar with the risks and requirements.
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9 February 2025 | 3 replies
A CPA familiar with local STR regulations can definitely help make sure you’re set up correctly!
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12 February 2025 | 17 replies
If you are familiar with this area, any further recommendations or resources you are willing to provide, I am super grateful.
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20 February 2025 | 1 reply
Are there any good property management companies that are familiar with Section 8?
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19 February 2025 | 10 replies
Again, that of course depends on the market and I am not familiar with Cleveland as STR market, only as LTR one.
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17 February 2025 | 10 replies
Glad to see a familiar face. :) Thanks for compliment.
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16 February 2025 | 29 replies
This is a great question to start with, I appreciate that you mention you're familiar with many strategies in concept.
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7 February 2025 | 6 replies
I can say that with Phoenix, a multitude of opportunities can be in store for you if you invest in their market, network, or even just want to get familiar with it.What type of real estate are you into: fix & flips, buy & hold, multi-family, or something else?