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I just did an analysis of 5 PM Software Tools for DIY Landlords under $20/mo. I was not able to find any recent comparisons in the last year and since features and pricing change over time, wanted to share my researc...
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I called the local realtor I've been working with for the past few motnhs on 2 homes that interested me. She told me they're newly listed and already pending. She said the real estate this past week is flying off th...
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Have an opportunity to buy an off market deal at about 75% of ARV less repairs, but the property is tenant occupied for the next 9 months. Are there financing strategies for situations like this that don’t lock up you...
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Debt-to-Income Ratios are the heart of lending, after all, the new loan needs to have a hope of being paid from income. Notice, ratios, plural. There are two and they indicate different risks to the lender, Front-E...
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(this is a repost I didn't get any answers from the other forum)Hey guys I have a quick question. I recently bought my first duplex for $315,000. (10,000 down) (mortgage $1850) Its under owner contract right now but ...
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So we pay cash for rentals using a HELOC from our primary residence and then obtain financing on the property after the fact. Proceeds from loan pay off HELOC. How do we get competitive 1st mortgage finance rates? I h...
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We are getting our ducks in a row for our first Flip and looking for your comments/advice on our strategy.
We have about $160k equity 5 years in on our primary residence. Principal balance is $208k at 3.625% (includ...
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A primary Tradeline is a 'Trade Line' Credit account records that are provided to credit reporting organizations. A trade line, also spelled as tradeline, can include a mortgage, line of credit, credit card, or any ot...
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I have been doing a lot of research regarding the Dodd Frank act. I have a couple of ideas that might help avoid legal issues with Dodd Frank. I spoke with my attorney yesterday and he said on one knows if rent to own...
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I am hoping to become a landlord in the next few months and wanted to see some examples of lease forms I will need my tenants to sign. Also what is the best way to do a background/ credit check on a tenant?