My rate on my 401(k) loan is significantly lower than any HML and a little lower than bank rates.2) Qualifying/applying--I don't need to apply or qualify for it.

Thanks guys I appreciate both of your tips and as I progress in my hunt I will be sure to ask questions as they arise.

If you are looking at SF properties, treating your tenants well, good screening, and a liability policy will provide you the best protection.

Find a structural engineer and a good foundation company...unfortunately, there's not enough information for anyone here to be able to tell you what to expect...

Hi All, Myself and a few college buddies are looking to invest in some buy-and-hold opportunities in the area.

letter takes almost no effort and a seller inherently knows this.  

. :) This feels like bragging, but it was a lot of market luck, hard work, amazing friends, and a wife with an eye for staging.

Hey Guys, I live in a college town and am evaluating a deal on 4/2 and a studio in a primarily college area.  

I'm actually a teacher by day and a real estate investor by night. 

This may be an interest-only or high interest loan.I am not referring to a refinance, or getting equity out of my home, but a purchase based on value.In other words, if I were to purchase a $1.2 million home and a lender sent out their appraiser to appraise the property.