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Hey! Is it best to work with a loan officer??What are the pros and cons?What are my other options?
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So in Feb 2014 I will be trying to get pre approved for a mortgage. My issue is, my monthly income is only about half my total income (the other half is split amongst quarterly bonuses. So my question is when getting ...
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Alright, here is the deal. I am a newbie when it comes to this business. I do however own a business since 2004. My question to all experienced investors is "If you had at your disposal 15k when starting out how would...
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Ok say for example, the marketing that I have done has paid off and I generate some leads and get some calls coming in. I get a motivated seller that needs to sell their house and wants my help. How do I know what amo...
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Hello all,
I am new to the real estate investing game. I have decided to start with buying properties for rentals/cash flow. I have a few questions if someone can help with.
1. I have read to stay away ...
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Hello! Does anyone have experience acquiring a multi family apartment building (7+ doors) in Ontario with a commercial mortgage? Trying to move up from single family homes but having a hard time figuring out closing ...
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Have property that I completely renovated and gutted with my cousin about 13 years ago who’s a contractor. We did it without permit but the house is solid and up to codes. We have had a family member living in there a...
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Hello everyone,I am a newbie investor and looking to purchase my first rental property. Me and my wife are also an attorney in Chicago, and know a lot of people who can potentially help other BP members here as well.I...
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So I'm a newbee to BP. I am hoping to buy a rental property. I have seen several that I like. My question is: how much should my offer be? I have an agent helping me and I'm sure he will have recommendation. Howe...
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Hello BP community,I am in the process of selling one of my properties (single family rental), but I am having a hard time finding another property to invest in, hence my need for advice with the 1031 exchange. My fir...