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Hi, I have excellent credit in the 815/820 range and the lowest rate I've found after going to multiple brokers/lenders (4) is 4.875, which seems high. I have been a sfh investor for 5 years and have the down payment...
Hello Everyone,Just joined the forum. Very new to property investing. I am looking forward to learning and making new friends.Mark
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If we put solar on our current primary home, will it help with value? Will it really matter if we rent it out in a few months? Our bill during the winter, is lower than $200. But in the summer it is $400+, but does it...
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Hey y'all,Read David Greene's Long Distance REI and wanted to consider this:"If you continuously make extra payments toward the principal of the loan, you not only pay the principal down faster through the extra payme...
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What's your favorite credit card/charge card for funding renovations or other purchases on your multifamily properties? Looking more for business cards or lines of credit since spending will be $50K+ per month. This...
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Hello everyone,I am currently renovating an old home in upstate NY (Catskills Region) for use as an STR. This is my first deal. I am wondering if it is worth it to hire a designer to pick out flooring, wall colors, la...
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I've been driving for dollars the past few days, and I'm really curious about a few things. I definitely see the benefit of driving the streets and getting to know the neighborhood. I also see the benefit of "quality"...
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Folks,I am about to acquire my 4th property in San Diego in this market now(1 SF, 1Condo,2 Townhome). I work full time at a local Chip( hint people think i work at Stadium) company as an Telecom engineer for last 20 ...
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Hi BP Community,I'm considering doing a high end redesign and addition to an 1800 sf SFH. I'd like to redesign the existing first floor of the house and add a 1400 sf second floor for a total living area of 3200 s...
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BP,I am in the education phase right now. I am consuming every drop of information I can via reading, blogs, podcasts, YT, etc. I am ready to move forward with my first property as soon as the first of the year, may...