P.J. Bremner
Experienced investor, first time post-er! Southern California
Fellow BP'ers,Thank you for taking the time to read my intro! I'll do my best to keep it concise and interesting :)About me: - Interest in real estate started while in college (Rich Dad Poor Dad)- Worked in sales and...
Stephen R.
Five years to Financial Freedom. Beginning 2017
Although there is some disagreement on the subject, common wisdom tells us to verbalize our goals in order to increase our chances of success. So here goes...I only began my real estate journey a few months ago but I'...
Katy L.
SF South Bay Area Advice on renting out house
There was a great article on BP: https://www.biggerpockets.com/...However, hoping to find some local advice in the bay area (We're in South bay Cupertino/Sunnyvale area). We are exploring leasing it out ourselves and...
Nicholas Creahan
Triplex financing options
Hey community. I have a deal I need some clarification on financing options. As it sits, it is a triplex with an oversized garage. Am I able to finance with VA/FHA while fixing up the garage and then at the year mark ...
Jared Schweiss
5% Down Owner Occupied Quadplex
Hi All,I am looking to get into my first house hack. It is a 4 unit that needs a lot of cosmetic upgrades. I wanted to go with an FHA loan, but due to the self sufficiency test, the current rental rates do not pass th...
Seth Williams
That House Hack Guy!
Hello all,As the title says, I'm looking to invest in a 3 flat and house hack. Note that the proceeds will come from the sale of my current primary residence (condo).With that said, can anybody speak to which areas y...
Quincy Jallah
Do I really need a realtor to buy a MFH in DC?
I am looking to purchase my third property under the house hacking model. This place is in Washington DC and I've lived in the are for a few years.
I have been slogging through lenders and I have finally found two c...
Brian Cano Sixto
Multi home house hacking and FHA financing
I want my first property purchase to be a multi home property. 4 units would be ideal. Would it be a smart strategy to buy the property using the FHA loan?
Henry Lazerow
Lending options for 2-4 units - 2021
Thought this might be helpful for first time buyers so have all the 2021 options in one place as well as the math for Self Sufficiency Test. Please note I am NOT a lender and just sharing this info as a resource. Feel...
Brendan M.
Chicago Househacking - Impatient or concerning trends?
Hey all,I own two four flats (Albany and Kilbourn Park) that I've househacked and looking for a third. I was fortunate to do Homepossible (5% down) on those two but now I'm relegated to FHA and 3.5% down. I've been lo...