Kevin Akers
Conventional loan for duplex
Is it possible to get a conventional loan for a duplex? I am looking into buying one, but the lender is wanting 20% down because it is viewed as an investment property. I thought I heard you can get a conventional loa...
Ryan Dragon
When is it time to move up
We currently have a small rental property in Los Angeles thats cashflowing about $500 a month. Our equity has doubled since we bought it 10 years ago and are wondering if it’s worth selling it for a higher cash flowi...
Colin Hassell
Selecting market for first Airbnb
I've been contemplating the idea of an Airbnb for sometime and have been reading all I can for the past year or so. Where I have been struggling is determining what market to enter. Since this will be my first airbn...
Robert Harpster
Note Activity - Buying or Waiting or Getting Out?
A quick review of a reputable notes for sale site shows 183 available single assets (Mortgages, CFD, Deed of Trusts) for sale. Total of 26 pending sales. Not included pools of notes which totaled I think 5.Performing ...
Marcus Auerbach
Why is JPMorgan Chase tightening lending to 20% and 700 score?
Chase requires new home buyers to put 20% down and have a 700 FICO. I believe the national average is around 7% for first time home buyers. What I don't understand is they still offer their DreamMaker loan with 3% dow...
Uday S.
Beginning investor question
Based on the podcasts, I understand that it's advisable from a Liability point of view to have a LLC for each of the investment properties. But, as a beginning investor, I was told that a new LLC will not qualify for ...
Reece Carter
Putting design in its place...
I am an architect in Atlanta market and looking to change the way the I work with the current builders in the area. I want to drive better design, tighter (realistic!!!)budgets, and faster resales.
I am looking to ed...
Ana Mocanu
Beginner Buying OOS
Where should I start when looking to buy out of state? I live in Northwest Washington and am looking to buy in North Carolina where prices are much closer to my price range. My husband and I have a trip planned for th...
Account Closed
Canada - Mortgage Broker Fee?? Is this standard
Hi there, I live in Vancouver Canada, and do not currently own any property. I was recommended a well known Canadian mortgage broker that has lots of experience with REI. After providing all my documentation, I have b...
Kelsey Ardoin
The Swell Life Beach House
Investment Info:
Single-family residence buy & hold investment.
Purchase price: $531,000
Cash invested: $60,000
Purchased as a fully-furnished, fully-decorated beach house in Crystal Beach
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