To my understanding the commercial loans closer quicker and are an easier process overall with an average interest rate of about 5%.

It’s advisable to get quotes from local contractors to understand these costs better. 

Financing a primary residence is generally more affordable than getting a loan for an investment property.As far as your question on HELOC, or second home or investment property, I would need to discuss this a bit further with you to understand a few nuances better.

@Russell Brazil I don't think that will be the end result... or that MD considers agents wholesaling to be illegal.I think REALTORs have changed their focus to defending their commissions and cannot afford to fight this battle right now.From what I understand, Maryland is going to move to a disclosure requirement (I'm going to assign this contract; here's where you can find the assessed value of your property; etc.), with parties having the ability to cancel a contract and potentially keep the EMD when the required disclosures are not made by the wholesaler. 

I understand the general restrictions on the land but want to know which questions land owners typically ask as a part of their due diligence process.Thanks

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I'm based in NYC and looking to find an investment property in Philadelphia.Because of the distance, my agent is willing to visiting the property on behalf of me and sends me videos.He goes into each room and shows me with his commentary, which is helpful.Because I'm not onsite, I'm not sure if I'm fully understanding the neighborhood, atmosphere or details that I cannot find in the video.Would you have any tips to ask for, or pay attention to in terms of viewing property via video?

I understand that many lenders have a minimum loan amount of 75k. 

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