Jaime, the best thing you can do at this point is focus on improving your credit score while simultaneously gaining as much knowledge about real estate investing as possible.

I receive calls and emails almost daily, but have a strict credit score requirement which turns most who are interested away.

No heavy sales, incredible volunteer leaders, AND a lending library :-)The March general meeting is this coming Monday - https://gareia.com/.

Getting a network together is incredibly important.

With what I’ve paid off so far, I was hoping my credit score would Sky rocket, but sadly the increase to my credit score was subtle. (+21 points)Would it be best to have a credit score at 800+ with a low debt to income ratio and apply for a FHA loan OR apply for a FHA loan with my credit score as is and still have a low debt to income ratio (I still plan to pay off the last two credit cards) Also, my current credit score is in the early 700’s.I am looking to make a purchase for my first income property within the year (by January) either long distance or within Sacramento, CA.Thank you all in advance! 

Do you have good income, a good credit score, and a decent down payment?

How incredible is it that I can pose my questions on the BP forums and get such fantastic knowledgeable replies from experienced investors!

What is the best way to bring up your credit score ,

Hi guys new here, been a LL for 6 years on a SFH, currently in the process of getting new tenants for the 4th time.I’ve already rejected this applicant for too many red flags and too low credit score, but what has me stumped is the criminal record on the SmartMove results.  

3) Be incredibly wary of filing for a penny over $50,000...I regularly file my appeals for $49,500 even if I could be reduced more.