This is where things out of my control set me up for the disaster that was to come.

It was a cold call!

I am a real estate agent in central Florida and would love to set up a quick call with the builder.

In this case, you might consider using a 75% rule for your analysis to align with the new lending option.However, remember that rules of thumb like the 70% or 75% rule are guidelines and not set in stone.

There are so many factors that come into play especially for first time buyers and I want to try to avoid getting cold feet.

Both can set you on a path.If you are interested in being around Disney, @Shawn McCormick can offer guidance in that area.

Conversely, if I set aside $12,500, it would grow into enough money to pay the future tax bill.

Basic lessons learned about the overall process of acquiring a house, financing, setting up an LLC and an operating agreement, etc.

I'm also trying to keep my eyes peeled for properties that require some rehab (kitchen/bath/flooring/etc).. not major projects.Details: -I have set aside $350k of expendable cash, and I'd like to leverage this. 

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