
3 June 2024 | 12 replies
We have a cash purchased SFH in Kansas City MO that we got for $75k cash, that rents for $875/mo (After management fees, taxes, and insurance, we profit $580/mo).

29 May 2024 | 12 replies
I know this is tax deductible, but I'm wondering if I would claim the entire deduction on my 2022 taxes or is this something I spread out over a few years?

2 June 2024 | 12 replies
Save up for 3-6 months' worth of mortgage payments, property tax, insurance, and upkeep costs as a safety net.

2 June 2024 | 10 replies
Our biggest cost, other than your given things like property taxes..... is going to be snow plowing, but that's only a few months a year.

1 June 2024 | 10 replies
Great for tax purposes.

2 June 2024 | 9 replies
Is this just a function of low inventory, high interest rates, and high taxes?

2 June 2024 | 3 replies
@Jim Doyle- thanks 1) consider increasing the purchase price by the amount of the elec and roof work that needs to be done and then assist seller with getting the work scheduled and completed ( as this will be required to be donw before closing ) ..this way the seller is technically paying for the repairs and they wont lose any proceeds ....they will pay a little extra wa state sale excise tax but that wont amount to too much 2) consider putting less down and using some of your funds to pay for the repairs ( or part of the repairs ) 3) consider using a rehab loan 4) consider keeping the price where it is and asking for the sellers to complete repairs ( this likely wont happen) 5) get roofer and contractor estimates and get them lined up to do the work asap as it might takes weeks to get this scheduled / done 6) ask seller for extension on closing date if the work will take longer than 10 days ,,,Good luck

2 June 2024 | 5 replies
Property appraiser/tax assessor maybe.

31 May 2024 | 11 replies
Before you terminate the PMA, I recommend that you consult with an attorney in your area to advise you.

2 June 2024 | 2 replies
They will allow your mortgage payment and any personal debt payments (credit cards, cars, etc) to reach about 45% of your monthly income.Programs vary all over the place so it's best to ask a mortgage broker which programs you qualify for.They like two years on the job, rent paid on time, no liens or judgments, pay stubs, tax returns and so on.FHA has a 3.5% down program plus closing costs.