The Sellers Agent said the Seller would fix the issues after the closing date and that we would be able to choose all the contractors.

Here's some guidance on buying your first investment property in Southern California or Columbus, Ohio:Down payment:For investment properties, lenders typically require 15-30% down payment on your first investment15% down is possible with excellent credit (700+ score)20-25% down is more common, especially for multi-unit propertiesSection 8 considerations:Pros:Guaranteed portion of rent from governmentPotential for longer-term tenantsMay be easier to fill vacancies in some areasCons:More paperwork and inspections requiredRent amounts set by local housing authorityPotential property damage concernsOther tips:Research local markets carefully - price trends, rental rates, etc.Factor in all costs - taxes, insurance, maintenance, vacanciesConsider starting with a single-family home or small multi-unitBuild a team - real estate agent, property manager, contractorsHave cash reserves beyond just the down paymentUnderstand landlord-tenant laws in your chosen locationI'd recommend talking to local real estate agents in both areas to get more specific market insights.

I moved to the US in Oct 2018, 1 month after renting it out., but my plan was to keep adding 1/2 single family's a year.

Recently, my husband and I sold our home in TX with one objective - to kick off our real estate investment journey.

Dillian,First off congrats on your journey into real estate, and no better way to get started than a house hack.

Regrettably, I've filled out that form many years ago and ultimately decided that's not what I want to do with my life just 30 seconds after filling it out.

If I allow them, they must own real estate and have impeccable credit.

I have a question about the Buyer Agreement Form between a buyer (me) and a real estate agent.

I am new to real estate investing and was looking into taking a heloc on my primary to purchase land and do a construction loan.

Hello Everyone - I am a realtor, appraiser, now mortgage broker in Canada and I also own an investment property. In Canada, especially Ontario and BC many investors are leaving for more landlord friendly locations. I ...