So I was wondering how appreciation investors satisfy the debt coverage ratio?  I keep seeing that banks require a 1.2-1.3 ratio.  I know that a lot of appreciation plays barely break even on cashflow or are sometimes...

I am writing this as a new investor, to draw out my steps for action. Some I have already completed/are completing and others are what the near future looks like. Comments, tips and advice are welcome!
1. Start analy...

I'm in a bit of a pickle on closing right now.  I was under contract for a duplex for $165K "as-is, where-is" but on the home inspection, we discovered a leaking pipe in the bathroom which was flooding the bathroom/ad...

Good morning all. I'm a rehabber as well as a licensed agent. However, I'm looking at using a flat fee service for a property I own as opposed to listing with my broker. I have two questions:

1) Does it make sense to...

All,As part of my continued education, I've been trying to read anything and everything in hopes of being the most knowledgable I can be when I pull the trigger on my first deal, whether thats in CA or in TN. I also u...

Hey guys, I'm currently looking for my first property, most likely a SFH in the NW minneapolis suburbs.  I plan on house-hacking it, renting it to some buddies from college.  My question to all of you is:  what are y...

How do people feel about section 8 tenants??

Hello All,Any one out there have any experience with new construction - vacation rentals in Isla Mujeres or other tourist areas of Mexico? I  have been negotiating a deal and developer is offering financing.  The deve...

Just out of curiosity, how many hours of sleep do you get a night? How many do you think you need? I love my sleep, but after reading the Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod, my entire philosophy on sleep has changed, and I ...

So I’m trying to buy a rental unit with 15yr loan and I tell my realtor I’m trying to get a better rate on my loan. He proceeds to say “ why are you worried about the rate, it’s a write off “. This comment really worr...