As compared to other states, Texas some of the strongest protections for home equity borrowers.Although the law is complex, the following provisions are among the most significant:Limits on Total Debt:The total of all mortgages may not exceed eighty percent (80%) of the fair market value of a homestead at the time a mortgage is issued.

I'm a realtor in the Indianapolis market and work with new investors who look for duplexes and single-family homes with ADUs.

I've been a silversmith for seventeen years but am really wanting a life and career shift that offers additional fulfillment and financial security.... no built-in retirement plans for us artists!

We set up our infrastructure and are very organize and thorough, and through the year we made some significant progress and went on a learning phase to get better each day and closer to our first deal.As foreign investors we have to rely on hard money which gives a less edge, and face uncertainty with contractors not knowing real pricing and such.We are constantly on the look out for new investment opportunities.The problems we are facing right now is not knowing good contractors and the high competition on the MLS.We just started learning more about off market properties and sending direct mail.We would like to hear from your experience what should our next step be as newbie investors, and if there are some foreign investors here with tips.Thank you so much guys, best of luck to all! 

Happy to answer any questions on the Jersey City market.  70% of my clients are moving from NYC and it is a great place to invest in.

If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking5.

In my market, Amazon is building a large data center, but they are buying land from a nuclear power company and building it right next to the power plant.

My goal as I think it is for most people is to have a few properties that offer me a decent additional income.

Additionally, if he does have to foreclose, the costs of foreclosure (including his attorney’s fees, etc) will be covered as well.

I observe the term “investor friendly” lender used regularly in these forums either by posters seeking financing or in the manner in which lenders market themselves.