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Is the 20% down payment guideline a fixed rule across the industry? Or, is it possible to get a mortgage on rental property for a smaller percentage down payment? (maybe 5-10%, or even *gasp* no money ...
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Our tenants moved into our downstairs unit not even a month ago and just asked if they can bring in two cats. The lease clearly states no pets and we are pretty firm on this rule so we let them know that is n...
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I know this is equivalent of asking someone to throw darts in complete darkness, but as I'm researching I'm finding that Banks/Investors have at least some initial approach when contemplating where to set their val...
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Does anyone have a clear picture how the HAFA 90 day hold will affect those of us who use transactional funding?
How can we pre-determine if a property falls under the new HAFA guidelines ahead of time?
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Follow my journey tracking progress on multi family #5. This thread will discuss the steps I have/will take to make my most recent real estate acquisition successful.
Let me get you up to speed. Here's what's happen...
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I recently received this email (forwarded from an investor friend). Does anyone know anything about this bill?
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One of my 1 bed 1 bath that I just changed from an old 20 gallon water heater the previous owner installed to a new 30 gallon low boy. Its in the closet so there isn't much room for more.Prior to the water heater cha...
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Hello to all in the Bigger Pockets world! This will serve as my first post in the forums. I have been a member since 2014 but have only been active as of the last couple of years as I obtained my first rental property...
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I recently purchased a home with a Section 8 contract in place. The purchase contract noted that the Section 8 contract transfers to new owner upon title transfer. Title transferred on the 22nd of the month but the ...
Hello Alabama Community, I'm not new to buying foreclosures in Georgia. I have children that recently moved to Alabama. I am considering buying at foreclosure auction. I've been reading as much as I can. My main ques...