Chris Bingham
Renting to a foreign exchange student
I had an HR coordinator from Home Depot contact me a few days ago. They have a foreign exchange guy working for them for a few months. He is looking for a place to live...just got into the state 5 days ago? What type ...
Wayne Poisson
Obtaining a U.S. mortgage as a Canadian
Hey all, I’m looking to purchase a rental property in Cleveland, but I’m getting mixed messages about whether or not I would qualify for a mortgage because I’m Canadian. One broker told me I need a residency visa (but...
Kent Baltare
Canadian buying a personal residence in California with a TN visa
Hey out there,Canadian investor living in California and looking to buy a personal residence. I have been here for 2 years and am having some trouble finding a bank that is willing to set up a mortgage with me and m...
Beth L.
Renting to someone without SSN?
So I had someone today call in response to my "For Rent" sign. She said that she is looking for a place for her, her boyfriend and his two brothers. She said that she is having a hard time finding a place. The three m...
Eugene McLaren
Investor Visa
Hi,I'm new to biggerpockets and investing in the US. I'm Canadian. I've bought and flipped 1 house in the Chicago area. Crossing the boarder was an issue every time.Does anyone know if I require a visa of any sort in ...
Phil LoCicero
Company housing offer
I have a home that has come available since my previous tenant bought a house. She’s currently paying rent on the lease since she wanted out in winter but it’s sitting empty. I’ve been trying to get it leased out for ...
Jessie Duncan
Potential Tenant with Foreign Fiance
I am reviewing a potential tenant for one of my single family homes, and I've run into an interesting situation. I have an application from a couple who is getting married on July 24th. He is an IT guy with a stable...
Trym Odin Andersen
Investing in America as a immigrant
Hello BP community! Im an 18 year old Norwegian who is super interested and love Real Estate. Ive been reading tons about it and have been planning on starting a real estate flipping business with an American partner ...
Mallory Barger
Background/credit checks for non-US Citizens
Hello!
I have a couple that is applying to rent my house and they are non-US Citizens. They are here with a work visa and employed at a local business here in town. Their sponsor is their employer and they have been...
Frank S.
Renting to Illegal Immigrants
I read this article and at the end, the writer said it is better to rent to an illegal immigrant than not to. I have my thoughts but I was wondering what are your thoughts? I'm in the conservative state of Texas but l...