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I'm considering applying for pre-approval of a HomeStyle Reno loan I've been discussing with a loan administrator for a while. Seems like a decent go in terms of deal financing and ensuring the security of my first fl...
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Hi everyone,I'm a bit confused and hopefully someone can help me figure out the mess.We are 3 members in an LLC, we purchased a distressed property, renovated it and now want to cash out. I was told by my broker that ...
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I have been really excited about starting to invest in real estate and I’m looking to buy and hold for cash flow, single family homes or a duplexes. I just had my first kid so I am probably waiting 6 months to a year ...
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I am looking to purchase a house. The seller has solar panels on his house that he is making a small monthly payment on each month for approximately $135. If I had to pay the panels off which is still around $20,000 i...
Hello Bigger Pockets Community,I am writing this today with hopes of getting advise and feedback from people who are in the real estate investing and development industry. I am 24 years old living in Northern Californ...
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New to the forums listened to the podcast for a few months. I have a down payment set aside for a property but can’t get a loan because my job history is a little short and I’m self employed but my credit is great. Fo...
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Hello biggetpockets community! After months of studying and looking I think I have found the one. My first rehab. The numbers make sense and the renovations are simple enough not to be overwhelming. However, to fund t...
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Hello, I was thinking about investing in a duplex in Arlington Texas, I heard if you live there on property, you have a lot of tax deductions. Is there a rule of thumb on the amount of cash on hand you need to make a ...
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Hello,
long time follower/reader and first time post'er. My wife and I are diving into the real estate game and currently own two single family homes that were financed with VA loans (we are both military). We want t...
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Hello, my name is Sam. I have a few questions regarding house hacking. Wanted to get my first property as soon as I can and house hacking is the best way to do it. Will a lender give me a loan even though on paper I d...