Originally posted by @Sky Hoyle:@Greg Thibeaux no I drove past there are houses on bigbee blocking it and no pics or mention of a view in the llsitingI'd be shocked if there isn't atleast a partial view of PPG and steel tower.

Or buy a home that is a rental while you deal with your personal living situation.I was shocked when I bought a house at all the small expenses.

:shock:

I still lend on the After Repair Value so people still come to me, just they are shocked when I want to pull credit because the "GURUS" say they dont' need it.As to having a person remain in their home as tenant, that is called a Leaseback.

:shock: If the house is in terrible condition it might have to be tore down and that's expensive (in which case the lot is actually the better bargain).Have you inspected the property?

I can appreciate the "sticker shock" but you need to view this from a "total cost of borrowing" standpoint; the majority of fees you listed are upfront and one time only (with the exception of the MIP).

I'm trying to do some preliminary research (good areas to live, high appreciation areas) but it is very hard without being there.

Real estate has people from all kinds of professional backgrounds, some of which you'd be shocked.

:shock: :D :mrgreen: I can't take a contract because I don't own it and I hate to lose them to another home that pops up for slightly lower price.

You would be shocked at what kind of deals you can get right now.