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27 January 2025 | 6 replies
The better the rates, lenders generally want to see more experience, higher credit, occupancy and DSCR requirements.
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11 February 2025 | 3 replies
Hi there, I'm David Kanarfogel, an attorney based on Long Island with extensive experience across commercial real estate and CRE finance.
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9 February 2025 | 12 replies
Keep in mind, such an appraisal may not be able to be used by your lender, but perhaps you can request an appraiser with investment property experience (wherever they may be).
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11 February 2025 | 3 replies
Having experience in so many parts of our process makes it easier to answer questions and uncover the motivations and expectations of investors.
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27 January 2025 | 15 replies
For example, I own two large multifamily buildings, and when I tried to get a tax exemption for them, I had different experiences.
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10 February 2025 | 7 replies
I’m getting re-acquainted with the BP community after purchasing my first house hack in the Pittsburgh area, and would love to make some connections with other like-minded young professionals and investors in the area.And if there’s anyone out there who’s just getting started and looking to make the jump to buy their first property, I’d love to offer up advice, share my network of contractors in the area, and answer any questions that I can from my experience over the last 6 months!
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4 February 2025 | 8 replies
If anyone has experience with their lead quality, conversion rates, or overall value, I’d love to hear your insights.
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24 January 2025 | 1 reply
Anyone have experience with using Eclipse Capitol Group from Michigan?
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5 February 2025 | 3 replies
Best of luck with everything it seems you have the experience and workmanship needed to be successful!
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3 February 2025 | 7 replies
It's now almost impossible to get a mortgage with a FICO score under 560-580 range.Overall, the housing market has higher average FICO scores and more equity than the 2008-2010 period.This makes it much less likely we'll experience another Great Recession, but there are no guarantees.