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Do any lenders use gross income to give home loans? I found one that calculates net income by using 50% of gross income from my business. Looking to see if any other lenders do the same. Thanks
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All right, I can't take it anymore with these cable companies... Mine is Comcast. We have Internet and Cable (little bit above basic), so my three kids can watch some stuff (5, 12 & 14).
They just jumped my bill...
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Working on a cash out refinance for two investment properties in DC. Credit agencies aren't reporting correct revolving credit line balances/utilization and lender is suggesting rapid rescore to increase fico. There's...
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I was talking with a person who has run some businesses outside of real estate. They also made a success of being a wholesaler plus run some rentals (1 STR, some long term rentals).We were debating if it made sense fo...
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This fairly simple change in the tax law created some confusion that I want to clear.
The basic rules for deducting business meals have not changed. The only change is that you get to deduct 100% of it, as opposed to...
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This forum description references hardware, so I figured this was a good place to ask if anyone has heard of the Flo water meter (they're still in beta testing). It monitors water flow and can detect leaks based on ch...
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Is there a way to check Consumers and DTE to find out if tenants are paid up on their utilities? I am trying to find this out for one of my Grand Rapids units. Regards,-Jerry
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http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/judge_kos_mortgage_to_slap_bank_28ZS1oW8Y58z6gu1AQbWMI
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I'm hiring a management company for my STR. Of course, I can figure out what my insurance, cable and taxes will be. But, what can I expect to spend for all of the other expenses? Consumables, utilities, repairs, yard ...
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I'm trying to find a target client after opening a home integration and audio video company.I've been looking at a couple of flips in the area and noticed that no one is really wiring for security cameras, access cont...