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I'm on the search for my first fix and flip. Should I use a local wholesaler to find the deal or should I find it myself? Excited to hear your feedback.
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In order to get around the forclosure process in judicial states - could i buy the house at a reduced house from the person that wants the mortgage and then rent back to them with an option to buy at a fixed rate? or ...
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Who are some of the best multifamily underwriters in the industry that I could reach out to for a second opinion on a deal? And could anyone recommend any underwriting courses to take online?
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I am looking at historic properties right now because they are what is available near the college I want to purchase my first rentals. Should I be alarmed when the report is positive for lead paint? The house is 100 y...
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I am working on another deal and it's a legal 3 family which the husband and wife used on apt, and their adult daughter came back from college recently, so she's using that unit. They also have a vacancy. They will be...
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Question for all you knowledgeable & helpful lenders out there!
Over the years, I have a semi-substantial sum of cash saved that I’ve been storing in a safe. Now that I’m looking into purchasing an investment pr...
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Background: I have a 8 plex where I have about $200k left on loan at 5.95%. I have rehabbed it and raised rents from $375 to $700 with full occupancy. It should value between $850k-950k I think, but haven't tried y...
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@Brandon Turner recently touched on the deduct-ability of travel when visiting your out of town properties on the podcast, so I thought I would chime in. You may deduct 100% of your transportation expenses only if y...
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Have a 15 unit multi property that I am looking to purchase. I have the financials and am looking to see if an experienced investor can scrutinize the numbers. I can compensate you for your time ofcourse. Please reach...
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Restrategizing to recoup my losses. Putting plans in place to scrutinize people more. Starting my own group to partner and buy an apartment building.