Received it as a gift around years 1999- 2000 one of the things that stayed with me through all these years build a team of experts Realtor, Banker, Accountant, Lawyer, Landscaper, etc., and always Mind Your Own Business.

He had just gotten a large cash gift from a family member which he had deposited into his bank account (against his realtor's advice) and would not be able to requalify for the mortgage if his offer expired.

If it is "gifted" there are limits, check with your banker.

You may have been able to buy it for a $75 applebee's gift card & an Ipad

After spending two decades in advertising, public relations and corporate communications (agencies and in-house for clients in more than 100 industiries), I taught middle school gifted students for 10 years, and am now pursuing a long-time dream: being a REALTOR (Coldwell Banker) and real estate investor.Formal education: --B.

Account Closed I also initially thought why not have the GF purchase the second property instead of the primary but I am guessing the reason that is not possible is because she does not have the funds to purchase the second property and you are only allowed to gift a certain amount of money per year tax free (I think $15k?).

I also notice that they have a referral program where the person who refers someone else (me) gets $30 Amazon gift card -- and I would save $50.

Not quite sure if it would make sense to co-sign a loan just to have me on the home, where I can likely get a similar outcome (have the home upon their passing) if I buy it from them before they pass and/or have it gifted to me. 

I have always had a gift, despite total social ineptness, to be able to see when it is time for a trend to take hold.

Please also verify the accuracy of this information at the time you are considering these options as guidelines change.price Decorating allowancesRepair allowancesMoving costsNote—a dollar for dollar sales price reduction is also required for - Excess rent credit and gift funds not meeting FHA requirements Contributions exceeding the actual cost of prepaid expenses, discount points and other financing concessions Credit Requirements Required is 600.