Brendan L.
Upfront repair costs canceling out cashflow for X years
I'm trying to buy my first duplex. I have one under contract, and I'm trying to determine the initial repair costs.I need to decide between keeping the slate roof and repairing year to year, or just replacing. I'm loo...
Jamison Colston
Raising credit scores for young potential investors?
For those here. I have a friend with a credit score of about 580 or so. Can't remember the exact number but she is wondering about ways she can raise it up quickly. I've never had a credit score below high 600's or so...
Tu Anh Nguyen
Do I need to give tenant a discount on rent?
My rental is in Los Angeles. I have a problem tenant and need to change out/ fix things in his bathroom for about 6 hours (paint to dry). It will not affect the toilet and shower. He is requesting that I give him cred...
Elizabeth Rose
HELOC - what to say when the lender asks what the money is for?
Hi BP community! I'm in the process of applying for a HELOC on my primary residence, which is a condo. My plan is to use the money to purchase a multifamily property, move into one of the units and rent the other unit...
Brandon Fuhrman
Lender messed up my credit
I went to my small local bank and opened a business account after receiving my EIN. I told the lender I am interested in applying for a business credit card using the EIN. Filled out the application and was approved. ...
Drew Markert
Should I get a separate credit card for house hack?
Hey BP,I recently purchased my first duplex to use as a house hack. I have separate bank accounts set up for the property but was wondering if I should get a credit card as well? There is about $10-15k of rehab work...
Josh Chavez
Tips on fixing Credit ?
Any tips on who you use to keep an eye on monthly credit scores ? Also any advice on bringing my score up as efficiently as possible? Thanks a lot
Han T.
Building credit rating as a foreigner
Hi Biggerpockets Gurus and Credit Experts, need some kind advice. I was wondering how can a out-of-country Non-Resident Alien with no credit rating, work around to build a credit rating? Currently due to COVID, flight...
Logan Dawe
Getting a loan for first house
Will banks consider your intent to house hack and factor that into your eligibility for a loan? I want to buy my first house by the end of 2022 and I’m wondering if telling them about my intention to house hack it wil...
Tierny Taylor
First time real estate investor
Hello, I am new here and interested in investing in real estate (obviously right?). I am 22 years old with a 3 month old son. My husband, son and I are currently living in a one bedroom apartment. We are working on sa...