![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/520150/small_1694822709-avatar-terrym28.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hey everyone, I had a quick question. Long story short, I am in the process of purchasing my first single family rental house and I just went through the pre-approval process. I used a local and reputable lender, and ...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/136988/small_1736470278-avatar-mcarbonare.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Most people think real estate investing requires huge capital, perfect credit, or bank loans—but that’s not always true. Creative strategies like lease options allow investors to control properties without owning them...
Hello,What do you guys/gals do when you get an application with co-applicants that are unmarried. I am concerned about differing credit scores and incomes. Perhaps one has poor job or housing history while the other...
Hi all,Not sure if I have any good options here but I inherited a property in zip 80003 and I'd like to hang onto it as a rental. I just need the 10K to get it ready. And my credit is terrible due to some bad times wh...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2587879/small_1694557790-avatar-ludp.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I just acquired a Section 8 duplex and wasn't sure if it was smarter to go with white or stainless steel appliances in the kitchen?I know white appliances are cheaper, but I know they can be stained and pretty gross l...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2290346/small_1647319950-avatar-alexl462.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
With all the property management softwares/suites/apps these days I'm having a hard time sorting through all the information, so I thought I would beg the question:Which rental property management systems have you all...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1175703/small_1710010246-avatar-nadirm.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Hello BP,Wanted to reach out to get some opinions regarding Property Management Software that's recommended based on personal experiences. Currently, I use Apartments.com. Apartments.com is free to use and great if yo...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/561972/small_1621492644-avatar-robc31.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
Investment Info:
Large multi-family (5+ units) buy & hold investment in Cody.
Purchase price: $225,000
Cash invested: $425,000
I bought it all cash, but used a line of credit for the purchase fun...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1213552/small_1621510275-avatar-brittc4.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
I’ve talked with several lenders and have found a few that do have programs to loan within an LLC. The problem is the rates are so high (6.5% -8.5%) for a 30 year fixed that it would require me to get a really super p...
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/993828/small_1621507031-avatar-ksweari.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
So I recently had my only tenant give notice, and am about to start the search for a new one. Just wanted to poll BP for what minimum FICO scores you require for applicants, I know this can be area specific, the prope...