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We are trying to start out by getting an FHA loan for a multifamily unit, preferably in a nice area like Roosevelt Island or Astoria, to have a place to live rent free and a source of reliable income.

Does anyone know good, reliable contractors to be part of my team for properties in Baltimore city?

It's not about you...it's about your investors, and they will only invest in what you are doing if they see your plan as a solution for them.

Sorry, I'm not sure there's a good solution here...

A possible solution to avoiding this is to tie the exercise price to a NEW APPRAISAL.

Put something up at the entrance that discourages vehicle use but can be opened for use by emergency vehicles and for the occasional moving in/out of big items such as furniture.Tell the tenants this change is a result of their not being able to work out a more viable solution between themselves.

Title says it all. I have a potential purchase in Petworth DC and I need an estimate on rehab. Any recommendations?

Reliable, consistent and good pricing...Tell them Mike and Jesse sent you.

I'm interested to find a low cost and reliable solo 401k for real estate investing.According to their websites, mysolo401K charges 800 for setup plus a 100 termination fee, Sense Financial doesn't list any fees, and there is no interest on deposits listed for either.