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Today's the day... While the deal may be small, this is a big day for me. I have been reading REI for years and studying the local market. After getting in a more stable financial position (and with bank pre-approval ...
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I have in mind of paying one of my properties off in the next few months. The advantage the way I see it is once I pay off the property it will free up my borrowing power a bit more so it will not be such a challenge ...
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I will share my experience with you owning 5 class D duplexes in the Midwest! This is my experience and this experience has taught me a lot. I hope you find this post helpful. If you live on the West coast like me w...
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Simple question...
This whole time I've been using my personal agent to look at properties and put in offers, but I feel using the listing agent to look at properties and put in offers would be better, and ju...
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I was the highest (not winning) bidder on an online auction. Homesearch.com called the next day and said that my bid was "waay off the reserve price", so it must be forwarded to the bank for review. The representat...
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Been doing a lot of research and prep work and feeling ready to start putting offers. Few questions still.1. If I use a HELOC or HELOAN from my primary residence to buy a rental, will the mortgage interest be able to ...
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What do you all think about Joe Biden's tax plan and the elimination of the 1031 exchange?Moderator Note: This post turned into a political discussion, which is not allowed per our rules. This thread has been locked. ...