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Hi,After contacting a few lenders I’ve realized that the down payment money can’t be a gift. Does anyone have an idea how rigid is this rule and if there is a way to work around it. I did receive funds from my parents...
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Does any here do new construction? I'm Trying to buy s lot, and I was hoping to get hard money to be able to buy the lot and build the house, than at finish get a conventional loan to pay off the hard money loan. Has ...
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I'm just starting out with real estate investing. I sent out some direct mail letters, and I have someone who called me back who has a property they want to sell! The owner admitted to me that the property needs a lot...
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Hello everyone,
I am new to BP and the world of note investing, I've read loads of postings here on BP (which is just mind blowing the level of knowledge/experience) and have loads more to go which just wets ...
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I'm analyzing properties that can be used as a long-short rental for 30-90 days at a time. Mainly for travel nurses but for anyone looking for the same kind of rental. Does anyone have experience with this? I've been ...
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I am purchasing a New Construction home in South Florida that will be complete in August 2019. I have already been pre-approved for a Conventional 30 year Jumbo Mortgage but I am looking to attack and pay off this hom...
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I've been trying to sell a house for a few months, and haven't had any luck yet. I'm offering owner financing, but nobody has any money for a downpayment. Last night, a prospective tenant/buyer offered me an entici...
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Here is a situation I'd love your feedback on: My first rental property (the Kurt Cobain house) has had a little old lady living there since I moved out 6 years ago. She has been paying $510 pretty much all along. The...
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Hello brilliant BP crew.I'm just starting to invest from New Zealand and enjoying the podcasts that brought me here and reading all your informative posts :)I believe from some research before I start sourcing any pro...