I'm in the beginning stages of purchasing a 2nd home in Costa Rica. I'm quickly learning that getting a mortgage isn't a simple task. I've found options in Costa Rica, but rates are in the 10% range.
Does anyone hav...
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The rules of investment of changed. The US dollar is at risk and the element of cash reserves essentially losing value should be beginning to factor into long term investment strategies. News and political affiliation...
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I asked AI should I pay Cash for 1 home then refi or buy 4 homes with 20% down on each home for 139000 3b ed 2 baths then im stuck a 4 home till i get another 20% down there answer was When deciding between paying cas...
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Hey BP. I'm evaluating my HELOC options. I've applied with two banks/credit unions. Here are the details:Bank #1: approved for $98,600 @ 6.15% for 360 months. Rate is variable monthly. I don't believe an initial draw ...
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Hi All,My goal is to grow my portfolio to generate cashflow to live off of passive income. Mainly interested in BRRRR deals.I have a couple SFH rental properties here in the midwest that are fully paid off. Having thi...
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My friend, who is current owner, has about 260k balloon pmt in 4 month ahead. This is a seller financing. Property is a duplex in South Sacramento, fruitridge and power inn area, and mkt value between 310k-350k. Owner...
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California Apartment Association “ CAA” calls for action : a Bill to repeal the "Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act" (Costa-hawkins Rental Housing Act) has been scheduled for the first hearing in the state legislature, ...
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Hello fellow BP-ers. I am contemplating moving on a deal in philadelphia. The property is exactly what i'm looking for in a live-in flip/potential buy and hold. The seller is motivated because the property has been on...
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I have a very basic question (almost sounds silly), I keep hearing property prices always go higher in the long term (not referring to short term fluctuations). Apart from that's how its been historically can someone ...
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👉It's no secret that interest rates and inflation are on the rise. While this may not be welcome news, it is likely to bring some normalcy to the housing market.
👉With a slight increase in inventory, and some homes s...