Hello everyone,
I recently sent out a few direct mail letters to a specific neighborhood I would like to invest in. I’m searching for my first BRRRR home in Portland, Oregon area. I have received 2 very pleasant home ...
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My financial advisor had this to say in regards to the question of whether or not I could (without penalty) use funds in a self-directed roth IRA as a down payment on an investment property. I have no reason to doubt ...
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Economic Update
(Monday, June 22, 2020)
The recession that started in March was the sharpest downturn since the Great Depression. As it turns out, it may also be the shortest. This doesn't mean our economy is ...
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Hello everyone, my name is Anthony Poulin and I live in Westchester County in New York. I am happy to make my introduction to the community. First off, apologies if this post is too long or has too much information fo...
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Ha! I'm NOT a stock investor. I gave it a shot, and well, let's just say I should stick to real estate!!
Bought a little ADR - "SAY" Just google it, and laugh at my misfortune. Basically, the Indian version of Enron...
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It is my understanding that in calculating effective income for an FHA loan, non-taxable income (like child support for instance) may be grossed up at the greater of 15% or the borrower's tax rate for the previous yea...
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I can't seem to find a decent property management, but I know I could build a great team for it. Thoughts and concerns about starting my own property management ?
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I am typically very conservative when it comes to taking on debt and over-leveraging myself. But I can't help but think about the currency inflation the Federal Reserve and government have been pushing the past few d...
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I am hearing that others are getting 100% financing on new purchases, sometimes based on appraisal, not purchase price. Locally, I've called every bank in a 50 mile radius, and everyone has the same answer... 60-80% ...
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I received this from one of my lenders and thought that it was too good not to share. As someone who primarily funds loans from CMBS, agency, and insurance companies I think this info is on point.Despite turbulent ca...