Melanie Baldridge
My opinion: 401K VS RE
22 January 2025 | 8 replies
Diversification is a beautiful thing and a TSM index fund is truly passive investing.
Adam Macias
Wholesaling as it is today will be a thing of the past.
12 January 2025 | 8 replies
Quote from @Adam Macias: Wholesaling as it is today will be a thing of the past.It’ll truly be strange to even hear people and gurus trying to make big money off it.The more people try wholesaling but then end up not having an end buyer or cancelling contracts or trying weird things like novations, the more all of real estate will be regulated and cause requirements like licensing to be able to transact more than just your personal resident purchase.Which I don't know why hasn't happened sooner.Here's all the states (in red or yellow) requiring a license to wholesale or at least have started the process:Credit: REITipsterI think licensing and regulation is a beautiful thing that should happen if you plan to be an wholesaler and do more than one deal... which is going to be the case for anyone taking this business seriously.Or even it being regulated to need a real estate agent to do more than one deal outside of buying a personal residence.I've had plenty of failed attempts with agents in pursuit of wholesale deals and I know exactly why, it's not because the agent couldn't find me deals, it's just not practical to think there's opportunity for the numbers a wholesaler needs to make a profit on top of everyone else needing to these days.Because the only sellers who truly can sell at a deep enough discount are usually those who ran out of time and just didn't do something sooner with their situation.I know many coaches and gurus will disagree with me but there’s no regulations on youtube gurus and what they teach either.If we look at the current state of the market in hot cities, the availability of online resources to the average homeowner, how many deals can you possibly believe are available at 70% of ARV?
Chris Ke
200k down payment available and I can benefit from tax deductions
14 January 2025 | 5 replies
El Paso cash flows beautifully with minimum down payment and has plenty of choices.
David Robert
Single family home with severe cigarette damage, great price
28 January 2025 | 4 replies
When I think about this, I don't see many downsides, so it seems a little too good to be true.
Clint Miller
Where Do You Find the Funds for the Down Payment?
26 January 2025 | 15 replies
Here are a few strategies to consider for funding a down payment:Partnering: Like Gregory mentioned, finding a partner who can contribute to the down payment in exchange for equity or a profit share is a solid option.HELOC or Cash-Out Refi: If you have equity in your home or another property, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or cash-out refinance can provide the funds you need.Private Money: Reach out to friends, family, or private investors who may be interested in lending you the down payment with a promissory note.Seller Second: In some cases, the seller might agree to finance a portion of the down payment as a second mortgage.Live Frugally and Save: It takes time, but reducing expenses and setting aside funds from your income is a tried-and-true method.The right approach depends on your situation and deal structure, but a mix of creativity and resourcefulness can go a long way.
Pamela Rivas
Can foreigners buy Real Estate in Mexico? Legal process explained!
23 January 2025 | 5 replies
It allows you to rent out your property for additional income or use it as a seasonal getaway to enjoy the vibrant beauty of Mexico.
Chris Kay
True VA Loan Occupancy Rules (Is There Really a Length Requirement?)
26 December 2024 | 1 reply
My dad and I (both with access to VA loans) are about to get into the multifam game and how we proceed is really going to depend on the true occupancy rules for the VA and our lender.
Bruce B. Lee
Hello, BiggerPockets! House Hacking Help Needed!
20 January 2025 | 2 replies
And my only asset is that I am under 30, single and can move to any place to make my dream come true.
Matt Wan
Can I buy a property without being physically present for any part?
17 January 2025 | 16 replies
Is this true?