Skip to content
×
Try PRO Free Today!
BiggerPockets Pro offers you a comprehensive suite of tools and resources
Market and Deal Finder Tools
Deal Analysis Calculators
Property Management Software
Exclusive discounts to Home Depot, RentRedi, and more
$0
7 days free
$828/yr or $69/mo when billed monthly.
$390/yr or $32.5/mo when billed annually.
7 days free. Cancel anytime.
Already a Pro Member? Sign in here
Pick markets, find deals, analyze and manage properties. Try BiggerPockets PRO.
x
Results (10,000+)
Brian J Allen The Unintended Consequences of Mandating Sprinklers in Multi-Family Buildings
17 February 2025 | 0 replies
Additionally, the permitting and approval process for sprinklers can add up to three months to a project’s timeline.
Stacy A Stewart Help! Any Experience with a DSCR Loan?
16 February 2025 | 4 replies
This option can allow your property to cash flow at a higher rate because the monthly payment would be cheaper than if you were to have a conventional loan; then once rates come back down you can decide to refinance on to the traditional 30 year fixed.They require much less for pre-approval and look more into the asset that you're looking to purchase than they do things like credit score.I hope this helps!
Adriana Medina Questionable Prospective Tenant
6 February 2025 | 11 replies
I also require additional security deposit and sometimes a guarantor if they were approved in this manner.I also agree that this situation sounds like a pattern not a one-time mistake or short term tough situation that caused this.  
Tee Wastell Need a somewhat conventional lender
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. 
Palak Patel Need suggestions about using cost segregation study for tax
18 February 2025 | 6 replies
So if you suddenly find a great deal and want to go for it, a tax return showing a massive loss could hurt your pre-approval chances.That said, if you’re not planning to buy anything else soon, deferring the depreciation might not be a bad move.
Sarah Hadassah Negrón Tips for Out of Town Landlord Navigating Eviction and Money Judgement
18 February 2025 | 4 replies
I'm currently awaiting 24hr notice of sheriff eviction, and I got court approval to move forward with money judgement for past due rent collection.
Heath D Wallace Adding a person & 2 cats to lease agreement
16 February 2025 | 22 replies
Do not allow new roommates that haven't been approved by you and added to the lease.2.
James Calvert NORTH PORT Analysis Help
16 February 2025 | 7 replies
•This additional income can help offset costs and increase your total reported income for future pre-approvals.5.
Palak Patel New Landlord: How to Screen Tenants & Attract More Applications
14 February 2025 | 8 replies
These all require applicants to submit an acceptable Letter of Explanation addressing each specific issue and occurrence.Rental HistoryBecause a current landlord may say anything to get rid of a bad tenant out of desperation, we also require information for the previous landlord of all applicants…Analyze IncomeMany landlords require a month of paystubs from applicants and just use these to calculate a monthly qualifying income…Employment StabilityUnless an applicant has exceptional credit, we strive to determine their stability of employment…AssetsWe are one of the few management companies that requires a bank statement as part of our application process…Letter Of ExplanationAny time there are credit issues or we discover an inconsistency, we require a written letter of explanation (LOX)…UnderwritingTraditionally, landlords have only looked at the income of applicants…ApprovalOnce an applicant is approved, we require a nonrefundable Holding Fee to make sure they are serious…
Roger Creekmore First time home buyer - house hacking with a heating problem. Mini splits? 3rd unit?
30 January 2025 | 2 replies
This unit has already been indicated by the city that it can be approved as a 3rd unit.