Hi I’m trying to improve my credit score. One of the ways I’ve tried to do this was by adding my name to my grandmothers American Express account, as one of her privileges she could give cards up to four ppl, so I bec...

Hello all, when obtaining pre approval for a conventional mortgage does the lender state a specific time frame or place an expiration date on the approval amount? If so, how long is the approval usually good for?

The Small Business Administration (SBA) offers numerous, valuable opportunities for small business owners. The lending programs of the SBA give small businesses a chance to grow and thrive. Securing an SBA-backed loan...

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I am wondering why anyone planning to live in the Midwest would ever rent rather than just purchasing. I noticed that some of the more affordable houses there have mortgages ranging from $150-$400 (I...

Hello BP.  I'm a financial advisor turned real estate investor.  I started buying SFR last year when bond yields went to ~0%.  I like the deals that I've done, but find SFR to be too slow and I'm interested in getting...

Hi everyone,
I'm new to investing in the New Braunfels / San Antonio-Austin area. Closed on a house earlier this year that was basically turn key, but we are interested in expanding that effort.
I can't often make i...

In an era marked by rapid economic changes and uncertainties, the real estate market has showcased an unexpected level of resilience. Many anticipated a downturn or even a crash due to factors like rising interest rat...

In the past three years I have spent over $40,000 in property management fees. While there has been some value in their management, I'm wondering if perhaps the value does not exceed the expense. Of course, this doe...

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I have been stalking this forum for months now learning from everyone, and am very grateful for all the useful information. I sold an LTR in order to jump into STR. I have a contract on a new build cabin up i...

Hi all. Hoping I can get advice on how to eliminate strong smoke odors in a bathroom.

We repainted the bath, cleaned out the bath ventilation fan, pretty much addressed anything that we could cosmetically.

Also tr...