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Hi, Everyone. I just wanted to introduce myself. I am based in Australia and an Australian citizen looking to start investing in Duplex to 4plex-style residential. Perhaps you could say I am an experienced property i...
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Hey Folks,2023 is the year we finally want to buy our 1st door (possibly 2). I've read and read and honestly at some point we just have to go out and do it. I work in tech sales so I understand analysis paralysis very...
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Demolition entrance porch and bathroom ( including block supporting structure (steps will remain on (do not demo)) - replace with wood to support structure and if absolutely necessary use block if needed but minimize ...
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Hello! I am in the middle of my pre-approval process and my plans have encountered a bit of an obstacle.I was planning on using FHA as a first time home buyer with the goal to owner occupy a duplex. This financing opt...
Hi, all. Happy 2018! I'm looking to bid on a property that is currently 30 days on market. Open to all bidders at this time. The home is uninsured and property disclosure states a failed pressure plumbing test and no...
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I just read this article from Redfin (Housing Market Predictions for 2025) that predicts mortgage rates will stay at 6.85% in 2025.
That seems like one of the few predictions saying rates will stay that high. Are t...
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It’s been a very exciting and yet a turbulent experience in terms of bringing enough cash to the closing, passing and knowing about rigorous FHA guidelines for the first time, as well as fixing a major credit issues ...
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My wife and I are fairly new to real estate investing. We purchased our first rental last November. We are interested in purchasing another property, but considering using taking out a HELOC from the investment rental...
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Please help me, new to this. My credit score around 800 ++ and got a 5.75% interest rate for 30 years fixed rate conventional loan. Is this sound good or bad? because i thought it going to be around 5%. Thank you all.
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What is the average TIP and APR for a first-time home buyer with excellent credit who’s applying for a 30 year-fixed home loan?Thanks in advance!