![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3172800/small_1737501433-avatar-teew17.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
6 February 2025 | 2 replies
Still, you may not have to submit your tax returns. more info would be needed to know for sure, reach out to a seasoned loan officer for pre-approval and see if your situation would allow for this.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3164147/small_1735916952-avatar-ajg60.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
22 January 2025 | 16 replies
I did all of my loans with small local banks in my area and was always happy with the rates and service.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2557488/small_1665023885-avatar-marcosd27.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
9 February 2025 | 15 replies
You would then have two loans, one on your home and one on the refi to access the equity on the investment home.Why not just use the refi cash out from your home loan for future deals?
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3056203/small_1718986521-avatar-nicholasn166.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
30 January 2025 | 6 replies
If you are looking to buy in PA, its possible you can qualify for PHA KFIT program that gives you a 5% closing cost forgivable loan.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3176742/small_1738214041-avatar-nickc733.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
4 February 2025 | 10 replies
So loan it is.A few thoughts/questions on my mind that I hope to learn as I continue my real estate journey:1.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3035438/small_1716998050-avatar-juliem251.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
8 January 2025 | 0 replies
Our combined efforts made the property appealing to buyers, leading to a successful sale at $99,000.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3125489/small_1727372082-avatar-rosmeryt.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
23 January 2025 | 8 replies
Converting properties to multi-family is considered extensive rehab and those programs are a little more exclusive than the standard bridge loan programs.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3162120/small_1735482094-avatar-johnl1517.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
7 January 2025 | 20 replies
You typically need up to two years of stable employment before a bank will loan to you.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2843833/small_1695584024-avatar-sabianr.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
23 January 2025 | 7 replies
One of the biggest mistakes I see investors making is they forget to address things like HVAC, siding, etc when they have access to a hard money loan.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/3071373/small_1724970049-avatar-isaach124.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
28 January 2025 | 7 replies
Any referrals or recommendations for good and qualified brokers, sellers, property management companies, loan brokers, insurance brokers, mortgage brokers, contractors, etc.