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Hello everyone,
Having recently moved here from Memphis, TN, I've been immersing myself in understanding the local market dynamics and am eager to connect with all of you.
I'm particularly interested in discussin...
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Hi all!It appears to be a shortage of Lenders (GA) that I'm finding that have the Fannie Mae Homestyle product. I was looking at homes on Fannie Mae Homepath and I'm interested in buying a fixer upper. In comparison t...
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The big topic at this years CES electronic trade show is home automation and how it is becoming more standard and affordable. With the capabilities to control water, heating/air, doors, and even monitor occupancy; do...
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I own three rental properties currently, with modest DTE ratios (<70%), and strong cash flow. I'm considering leaving my current job and going into RE full-time, to grow the portfolio. I have capital to make downpa...
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Hello everyone! I am working on lining up construction financing for two new single family homes in Pittsburgh. My partner and I own the land, the site is cleared and ready. We have trade subs lined up and hard costs ...
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SFR investing has been hard for a while. Pencils have been down and large investors have been focused on cutting costs, increasing renewal rates and improving operations. But there’s only so much juice you can squeeze...
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Hi Everyone,I am thinking of purchasing my first home and have a question about mortgage applications. I have excellent credit (>800), however no history of a mortgage. I had a loan out on a car that was paid off i...
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I have a duplex, owner occupied. First and foremost, my Tenant is awesome. Pays his rent a day early and is very respectful. His kids live with him (they are 27 and up). They moved in in June and everything has been...
Hello BP! Recently I have been looking into the new Freddie Mac CHOICERenovation Loan. Its a newer loan that looks right up my alley for my future investment. Has anyone ever tried this? What are the differences betwe...
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Hey Everyone,
Just wanted to get some feedback from anyone that has used lower.com to get a HELOC - They seem to have good reviews online but wanted to hear from BP folks on their experiences.
Thanks!