With that being said, you may be crossing into predatory lending if they aren't sticking to their own underwriting guidelines.

Ideally they would be based in Southern California, but with technology these days, it wouldn't be a deal killer if they are cross country.

There have been meet ups popping up around the country for face to face contact.

And now there is a moment of silence in Dallas and throughout our country in memory of President Kennedy.

The cross beams are being held up with about a 5' tall cut out of a tree.

I think the suggestion to just pay off the mortgage may very well be the best solution, and of course I'll keep my fingers crossed that more competitive premiums will be an option in the near future so I have a better chance of selling.

You have definitely come to the right place, this is the best place to get information and learn about real estate online.I know what you mean about SoCal being an expensive market since I also live in L.A .Texas could be a good choice and definitely seems to be one of the top states people are moving to and is growing fast.Most places in the country will be able to cash flow a lot better than SoCAL for buy and hold.Take care!

Yes, property taxes are higher than other parts of the country.

I've never had a problem with any of these methods because there is obviously a line u shouldn't cross.

Welcome to BP Oscar, and thank you for your service to our country.