Dennis M.
BRRRR: Hard money vs wait to save for a cash purchase?
Hi everyone. I've been lurking here for a while, reading and educating myself, and I'm about 1-2 years away from being able to pull the trigger and get started with real estate. I'm looking to get started by investing...
Justin B.
Bank is Tripping Over Cash Savings for Self Employed, Help Please
I had mentioned in a prior thread that my self employed friend is trying to get a mortgage, has had her own business for 3.5 years now, and the last thing holding up this loan is that the bank is giving her a rough ti...
Jenny Picot
Cash out refi or HELOC with equity or continue to save
Hi everyone! I’ve been listening to the podcast and reading the forum for months now, but wondering what others would do in my specific situation. I currently own a primary home near Denver, CO that I house hack. The ...
Brian H.
Where do you park your excess cash? Money market or savings?
I don't quite have the cash to invest in anything right now but it is slowly building back up each month through my rentals. They cash flow very well.So, while I am waiting... I have a good portion sitting in Live Oak...
Chip Brault
Poor Credit, No Cash Savings, Experienced GC, How Can I Start??
Hello. Please help (with no sarcasm please) I am lacking all of the above, goes back to the old statement of "TAKES MONEY TO MAKE MONEY" therfore, I need to do a deal to have money! LOL (real money that is)
So, you G...
Andrew Solano
Newbie question: Save cash or borrow from 401k and start looking?
Greetings my Fellow BP'ers!My name is Andrew Solano from Houston, TX. I'm a newbie and have been listening to BP for a few months now. I purchased my first home in 2013 but lost it due to a divorce. My ex-wife transfe...
Christopher Otani
Hi from LA, Seeking Passive Investments: turn-key,crowdfunded,etc
Hi, I've been lurking around this forum for over a year now. I appreciate the wealth of knowledge on this website and the helpfulness of the many user who are active here. I've been busy investing on my real estate ed...
Shawn Ginder
Duplex purchase in Red Lion PA
I am considering a duplex purchase in Red Lion PA looking for any advice on the area for a rental and any other tips you have as I analyse the deal.Here are the details:On North Main street in Red Lion, PA - Dallastow...
Mason Aulsbrook
[Calc Review] Help me analyze this deal
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Thoughts on this property? This is a BRRRR property. Would you use the Total 80% from appraisal to minimize out of pockets which generates less cash flow or use less and more out of pocket for more cash f...
Shane Elias-Calles
Reserves vs. Monthly Savings
When people purchase a house and go through a large renovation (new roof, rebuilt hvac, etc.) what is a good percentage to set aside for vacancy and repairs?
Also, if one were to have say 5k in reserves, should the i...