Jon Graham
Ever heard of a VA Vendee Loan?
A few years back I bought a foreclosed property with the intent of using a conventional mortgage. When our offer was accepted the listing realtor contacted us and said the previous owner had a 'VA Vendee' loan which w...
Account Closed
Workaround to Eviction Moratorium
Good Morning BP Community,As a multi-family apartment owner, I was thinking about how dangerous the government-imposed eviction moratoriums could be to the fundamentals of our business model. I understand that the cur...
Joshua Michael Hauman
Why We Love Motivation but Struggle with Discipline
Motivation is a tricky subject. One moment it ignites a fire within us, filling us with enthusiasm and drive to accomplish our most ambitious goals. The next moment it vanishes without a trace, leaving us uninspired l...
David Ivy
February 2020 Austin Market Report
Austin's hot housing market barreled through the early phase of the coronavirus pandemic unfazed in February 2020. According to the latest market report by the Austin Board of REALTORS (ABoR), Austin's median resident...
Kevin M.
Proposed COVID Tenant Relief Bill- Philadelphia
BP,
Wanted to bring to your attention a package of bills introduced to City Council on Thursday addressing Tenants' rights. Three sponsors (of 17 Council members). Some major points in the bill;
Extend the eviction...
Brian Watkins
Hello BP! Are there any NEW cost efficient and effective means of finding motivated sellers in a sellers market?
Hello BP! Its been a profitable 6 months since I've jumped into the real estate business! I'm in Atlanta and inventory seems to be drying up. Sellers are becoming more confident and therefore the GOOD deals are sc...
Rene Bee
Post occupancy agreement for buyer
Hi Everyone, I have a question. I am supposed to close on a 2 family apartment next week and just learned the owner wants a use and occupancy agreement up to 6 months. I originally agreed to 3 days and that is the in ...
Vladislav Bobkov
Is Florida Orlando a good place to start house hacking?
Hello BP community,
I am excited to share that my spouse has secured a job in Orlando, FL, and we are considering obtaining a conventional loan for a 2/2 single-family home or condo instead of renting, with the inte...
Bob Lachance
The Challenges New Realtors and Investors Face and How to Overcome Them
Starting in real estate is exciting but comes with its own set of challenges. New agents and investors often face obstacles that are only revealed through experience. Being prepared for these hurdles can make all the ...
Mimi J.
Builders Risk Insurance
Does anyone have any recommendation for builders risk insurance. I contacted one company and was quoted $6805 for 12 months. I am new to this arena but this seems awfully high. I have a home in DC I inherited and w...