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For those who have never obtained a hard money loan, there are typically a lot of questions. Here are some of the most commons questions and answers about private and hard money loans:
1. What exactly IS a hard money...
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I was talking to another investor who proposed the following as a solution investors looking for more flexibility when using their SDIRA.
Two unrelated individuals arrange to make a loan to one another using their S...
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Hello my name is Irma and my husband and I purchased two 5 acre blocks 10 years ago as an investment. Now that they are paid off, I'd like to know what I should do with them. We are living in interesting times around ...
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Hey BP People,I am currently screening tenant applications for a vacant rental property of mine and I came across an interesting situation. The applicants are a Hispanic family with 3 young kids; Mother is a housewife...
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Hi all, We have came to know a syndication opportunity which is a 506B syndication deal of an 100+ doors apartment complex in Texas. We are not credited and mainly invest in SFRs. I have read so many posts on BP foru...
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"Why I Borrow for the Terms I Do How I handle the Balloon Payment"I almost always borrow money from private lenders to buy my houses. I borrow at the following terms;$0 Down payment8% InterestInterest Only5 yr TermNon...
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Hello BP community,
I have observed a lot of confusion on the forums about financing options and the availability of programs for RE investors. As I have gained a ton of knowledge from the forums in my own journey, I...
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I’ve reached a point in my career where my earned income is flowing a bit easier and more than my family really needs to live comfortably. First world problem fortunately.I’ve hit a crossroads and need to decide what ...
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I’m 21 years old and I have set aside $30k to use as a down payment for a rental property. I’m in California and am looking at Texas and the Midwest for an out of state property. I’m looking to create passive income a...
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I bought a performing note which has been plugging along with prompt payments. However, I could use a chunk of cash more than monthly payments right now. Rather than sell the note, would it be unethical or illegal to...