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Ibukun Akande New to real estate/ novice investor
1 November 2024 | 3 replies
My family immigrated from Africa, and I have recently celebrated my 40th birthday.
Gulshan D. Receiving incentives while on H1B
1 November 2024 | 1 reply
@Prashanth Mahakali might know this answer, but otherwise it may be worth talking to an immigration attorney...the last thing you want to do is put your H1B at risk.
Pete Schiebel Is it common to require first and last month's rent for new tenants?
30 October 2024 | 12 replies
If your local law allows it, see what everyone else is doing and go by the norm. 3 months rent is a substantial amount for some, but really helps ensure the financial quality of a tenant.Sometimes I have immigrants who apply who work their tails off and can't afford the 3 months up front.
Josh Allison Foreign Section 8 Landlords
27 October 2024 | 2 replies
I also have no intention of investing in rental properties in the UK no more due to a lot of horror stories and potential new changes in laws, which is why I am very eager to explore the US rental market.I am not a US citizen, my partner is and it will be a joint venture.
Hugo Jones New to BP and live from Lisbon
24 October 2024 | 1 reply
I found the buying process really complex and long winded in contrast to buying in the UK and so set up Dream of Lisbon to help international buyers and investors with on the ground support in finding and buying properties in the Lisbon and Portugal as a whole.Would love to discuss the market, investment opportunities and speak to anyone interested in buying in Portugal.Thanks,Hugo
Sanjeev Advani Can Federal Lands Solve the U.S. Housing Crisis?
19 October 2024 | 25 replies
The Obama administration deported A LOT of people too but focused more on undocumented immigrants with criminal records.
Dan K. True Story: For immigrants, Real Estate is the best way to reach the American dream
15 October 2024 | 8 replies
Her dad died when she was young, leaving her and her five siblings to be raised by her mother, Abu, a Chinese immigrant.
Chris Berry Section 8 tenant thoughts
24 October 2024 | 33 replies
Since the adjustment, we have not been paid in full on the first of the month.In my experience, it is generally preferable to rent to lower income folks with no credit that are typically found in the same neighborhoods, such as recent immigrants.
Darrell Kirby How to Apply for Section 8 in Michigan - Landlord
19 October 2024 | 7 replies
- **Eligibility Requirements**: Ensure you meet the eligibility requirements, which usually include income limits and citizenship or eligible immigration status.### 4.
Fausto P. Does taking on my father's property make sense as a first time investor?
21 October 2024 | 15 replies
But first the backstory….My father immigrated to this country over 30 years ago and has been able to acquire 4 properties in that span. 1 family home in long island, two 2 family homes in Queens and 1 vacation home in his country.