
14 July 2021 | 5 replies
In this crazy market often times the appraised value is only about 80% of asking price so a safe fudge factor is to set expectations on having a cash position for more like ~350k to ~580k depending on whether you qualify for FTHB or not.5.

10 July 2021 | 3 replies
I think your best bet is putting 20% down with the 20K.

13 July 2021 | 6 replies
One advantage of living there.As long as you have a real estate attorney willing to work with you (as in YOUR attorney, not the banks) you don't need the broker, though of course there are disadvantage to not having a good one.If you have the downpayment thats your best bet, line up your financing.

12 July 2021 | 2 replies
I think appreciation is a sure bet based on where they are located.

12 July 2021 | 5 replies
Maybe your best bet is to establish better communications with your sister and law--sometimes people, especially families can talk past each other and dig in.Good luck!
14 July 2021 | 14 replies
Assuming that somehow you can qualify for a high LTV (Loan To Value) loan (meaning small percentage down) you can purchase a place not far from San Diego State (El Cajon and Spring Valley are working class areas that are fairly safe and about 15 minutes from SDSU) and house hack with some roommates.

13 July 2021 | 5 replies
Your best bet is to first start educating yourself.